Hunting in Vermont
Everything you need to hunt legally in Vermont. 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
VT F&W
Draw System
random points
Updated: January 2026
Vermont Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in Vermont.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in Vermont based on your exact location and date. Know exactly when you can start and stop hunting.
Season Dates Finder
4 species tracked
Find all Vermont hunting season dates by species and method. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, and more with archery, rifle, and muzzleloader dates.
License Cost Calculator
From $28 resident
Compare Vermont hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
16 species covered
Vermont bag limits by species. Daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunter Education Requirements
Online courses accepted
Vermont 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 Vermont hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
Vermont License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Hunting | $28.00 | $102.00 |
| Resident Fishing | $28.00 | $54.00 |
| Combo | $47.00 | N/A |
| Buck Tag | $Included | $Included |
Vermont Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in Vermont.
Deer
Archery
Oct 4
to Nov 7
Deer
Archery
Dec 6
to Dec 15
Deer
Rifle
Nov 8
to Nov 23
Deer
Muzzleloader
Dec 1
to Dec 7
Turkey
May 2
to May 31
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department
VT F&W
Digital License Info: Digital licenses available through Vermont Fish and Wildlife online system.
Hunter Education
Vermont requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near Vermont.
Store Your Vermont License in Hunter Passport
Keep your VT hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.