New Hampshire Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in New Hampshire.
New Hampshire Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in New Hampshire. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
3 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
15
Big Game
3 species in New Hampshire
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | 2 per year | Second deer requires antlerless permit |
| Moose | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | Once-in-lifetime draw |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Multiple season opportunities |
Upland Birds
3 species in New Hampshire
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Bearded birds |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Stocked birds |
| Grouse | 4 | 8 | - | - |
Fish
4 species in New Hampshire
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Brook Trout | 5 | - | - | 6" minimum | - |
| Salmon | 2 | - | - | - | Landlocked salmon |
New Hampshire Special Notes
New Hampshire moose is once-in-lifetime. Non-resident draw odds are improving.
New Hampshire Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 15 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- White-tailed Deer
- Moose
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- New Hampshire Fish and Game Department
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
New Hampshire Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in New Hampshire
What is the deer bag limit in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of 2 per year. Second deer requires antlerless permit
What big game can I hunt in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire regulates: White-tailed Deer, Moose, Black Bear. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in New Hampshire?
Top species in New Hampshire: Smallmouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Brook Trout 5/day (6" minimum); Salmon 2/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there New Hampshire-specific regulations to flag?
New Hampshire moose is once-in-lifetime. Non-resident draw odds are improving.
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