What are the dates for hunting season in New York state?

New York hunting seasons vary based on location, hunting weapon and the hunted animal, but most hunting seasons run from fall through winter. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation determines hunting seasons annually, so hunters should check each year for changes.

In New York, there are many different hunting seasons for deer, bear, turkey, waterfowl and small game. The Department of Environmental Conservation offers a summary sheet of all hunting seasons that includes animals, dates, types of weapons and color coded maps. Many animals have bag limits, either seasonally or daily, to ensure hunters do not decimate wild animal populations.