Hunting in New Jersey
Everything you need to hunt legally in New Jersey. Access shooting hours calculators, season dates, bag limits, license costs, and hunter education requirements all in one place.
Quick Facts
Digital License
Accepted in field
License Year
January 1 - December 31
Wildlife Agency
NJDFW
Draw System
random points
Updated: February 2026
New Jersey Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in New Jersey.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in New Jersey based on your exact location and date. Know exactly when you can start and stop hunting.
Season Dates Finder
3 species tracked
Find all New Jersey hunting season dates by species and method. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, and more with archery, rifle, and muzzleloader dates.
License Cost Calculator
From $29 resident
Compare New Jersey hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
14 species covered
New Jersey bag limits by species. Daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunter Education Requirements
Online courses accepted
New Jersey hunter education requirements. Find out if you need certification, available exemptions, and approved course providers.
Complete License Guide
All license types & pricing
Detailed guide to all New Jersey hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
New Jersey License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Firearm Hunting | $28.50 | $136.50 |
| Resident Bow/Arrow | $28.50 | $136.50 |
| Resident Fishing | $22.50 | $34.00 |
| Deer Permit | $18.00 | $64.00 |
New Jersey Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in New Jersey.
Deer
Archery
Sep 6
to Oct 31
Deer
Archery
Nov 15
to Dec 27
Deer
Shotgun
Dec 1
to Dec 6
Deer
Shotgun
Dec 8
to Dec 13
Deer
Muzzleloader
Nov 1
to Nov 14
New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
NJDFW
Digital License Info: Digital licenses available through New Jersey Aspira system.
Hunter Education
New Jersey requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near New Jersey.
Store Your New Jersey License in Hunter Passport
Keep your NJ hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.