Vermont Deer Season 2026
Vermont deer season dates start with Oct 1-Dec 15, 2026. The table below keeps every listed deer row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Vermont's listed 2026 firearm deer season runs Nov 14-29, 2026.
Archery White-tailed Deer opens Oct 1, 2026 and closes Dec 15, 2026.
Muzzleloader Antlerless - Permit Only White-tailed Deer opens Oct 29, 2026 and closes Nov 1, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Vermont Fish & Wildlife.
Deer
White-tailed Deer
Expanded Archery
Expanded Archery in designated areas
Zone: designated areas
White-tailed Deer
Archery
Zone: Statewide
White-tailed Deer
Muzzleloader Antlerless - Permit Only
Oct. Muzzleloader Antlerless Deer Season by permit only
White-tailed Deer
Muzzleloader
October Muzzleloader Antlerless Deer Season by permit only
White-tailed Deer
Youth Weekend and Novice Weekend
Youth Weekend and Novice Weekend
White-tailed Deer
Youth Weekend
Youth Weekend and Novice Weekend
White-tailed Deer
Regular Season (Firearm)
16-Day Regular Season
White-tailed Deer
Regular Firearm
16-Day Regular Season
White-tailed Deer
Muzzleloader
December Muzzleloader Season
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Vermont Deer Season FAQ
When does deer season open in Vermont?
September 15, 2026 is the earliest listed deer opener in Vermont — expanded archery white-tailed deer runs Sep 15-30, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with Vermont Fish & Wildlife.
What are the 2026 deer season dates in Vermont?
Vermont lists 9 deer season windows: Expanded Archery White-tailed Deer (Sep 15-30, 2026); Archery White-tailed Deer (Oct 1-Dec 15, 2026); Muzzleloader Antlerless - Permit Only White-tailed Deer (Oct 29-Nov 1, 2026); Muzzleloader White-tailed Deer (Oct 29-Nov 1, 2026); Youth Weekend and Novice Weekend White-tailed Deer (Nov 7-8, 2026); Youth Weekend White-tailed Deer (Nov 7-8, 2026); Regular Season (Firearm) White-tailed Deer (Nov 14-29, 2026); Regular Firearm White-tailed Deer (Nov 14-29, 2026); and more. Always verify against Vermont Fish & Wildlife before hunting.
Are there different deer seasons in Vermont?
Yes — Vermont lists separate deer seasons for Expanded Archery White-tailed Deer, Archery White-tailed Deer, Muzzleloader Antlerless - Permit Only White-tailed Deer, Muzzleloader White-tailed Deer, Youth Weekend and Novice Weekend White-tailed Deer, Youth Weekend White-tailed Deer. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Vermont Fish & Wildlife.
Do I need a license to hunt deer in Vermont?
Yes. Vermont generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and deer hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Vermont Fish & Wildlife.