Hunting in New York
Everything you need to hunt legally in New York. 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
September 1 (hunting) / October 1 (fishing) - August 31 (hunting) / September 30 (fishing)
Wildlife Agency
NY DEC
Draw System
random points
Updated: January 2026
New York Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in New York.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in New York 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 York hunting season dates by species and method. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, and more with archery, rifle, and muzzleloader dates.
License Cost Calculator
From $22 resident
Compare New York hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
15 species covered
New York 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 York 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 York hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
New York License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Hunting | $22.00 | $100.00 |
| Resident Fishing | $25.00 | $50.00 |
| Lifetime Sportsman | $765.00 | N/A |
| Deer Management Permit | $10.00 | $10.00 |
New York Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in New York.
Deer
Archery (Southern Zone)
Oct 1
to Nov 14
Deer
Archery (Northern Zone)
Sep 27
to Oct 17
Deer
Rifle (Southern Zone)
Nov 15
to Dec 7
Deer
Rifle (Northern Zone)
Oct 18
to Nov 9
Deer
Muzzleloader (Southern Zone)
Dec 8
to Dec 20
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
NY DEC
Digital License Info: Digital licenses via HuntFishNY app. Separate DECALS system for purchases.
Hunter Education
New York requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near New York.
Store Your New York License in Hunter Passport
Keep your NY hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.