Virginia Deer Season 2026-27
Firearm deer season opens November 14, 2026 in every zone and closes between December 12, 2026 and January 2, 2027 depending on zone. Every listed deer season for Virginia is below, with zones and notes where the agency gives them.
Quick answer
Virginia's 2026-27 firearm deer season opens November 14, 2026 in every zone and closes between December 12, 2026 and January 2, 2027 depending on zone.
Archery deer season runs Oct 3-Nov 13, 2026.
Firearms (General) White-tailed Deer (Cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach) runs Oct 1-Nov 30, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Virginia DWR.
Deer
113 listed rowsWhite-tailed Deer
Firearms (General)
Either-sex deer hunting days: October 1 through November 30 (full season).
Zone: Cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach
White-tailed Deer
Cavalier WMA Firearms
Either-sex days: October 10, October 17, and November 18-30.
Zone: Cavalier WMA
White-tailed Deer
Early Archery
Firearm season in Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach overlaps early archery season. Deer of either sex may be taken full season.
Zone: Statewide
White-tailed Deer
Early Muzzleloader
No early muzzleloader season in Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of Dismal Swamp line), or Virginia Beach since it occurs during general firearms season. Antlered deer may be taken every day. Antlerless deer only on designated either-sex days. Muzzleloader hunters and accompanying persons shall wear blaze color except when in tree stand or stationary hunting location.
Zone: Statewide (except cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk east of Dismal Swamp line, and Virginia Beach)
White-tailed Deer
GW Jefferson National Forest Firearms
Antlered deer only - no either-sex days.
Zone: George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Dickenson County
White-tailed Deer
Private Lands Firearms
Either-sex deer hunting days: November 14 through January 2 (full season). EAB applies to starred counties. Arlington County, City of Hampton, City of Richmond: archery only, no special permit required for archery deer hunting - local ordinances prohibit discharge of firearms. City of Lynchburg: on private lands with special permit issued by Chief of Police. City of Newport News: archery only. Fairfax County: firearms hunting restricted by location and parcel size.
Zone: Accomack, Albemarle, Amherst, Arlington, Bedford, Campbell, Carroll, Charles City, Chesterfield, Clarke, Culpeper, Fairfax, Fauquier, Floyd, Fluvanna, Franklin, Frederick, Goochland, Greene, Greensvi…
White-tailed Deer
Private Lands Firearms
Either-sex deer hunting days: November 21, 28, and December 5 through January 2.
Zone: Amelia, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Nottoway counties (private lands)
White-tailed Deer
GW Jefferson National Forest Firearms
Either-sex days: November 28.
Zone: George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Augusta County
White-tailed Deer
WMA Firearms
Either-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 21-January 2.
Zone: Hardware River WMA
White-tailed Deer
Army Corps Lands Firearms
Either-sex days: November 21 and December 7-12.
Zone: Philpott Reservoir
White-tailed Deer
GW Jefferson National Forest Firearms
Either-sex days: November 28.
Zone: George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Grayson County
White-tailed Deer
WMA Firearms
Either-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 21-January 2.
Zone: Powhatan WMA
| Season | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Hog Island WMARefer to quota hunt for season dates and either-sex days. | dates not listed | Closed |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Princess Anne WMARefer to quota and managed hunts for season dates and either-sex days. | dates not listed | Closed |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Merrimac Farm WMARefer to quota hunt for season dates and either-sex days. | dates not listed | Closed |
| White-tailed DeerUrban Archery (Early) · Cities of Charlottesville, Chesapeake (except Dept-owned lands), Colonial Heights, Danville, Emporia, Franklin, Fredericksburg, Galax, Harrisonburg, Hopewell, Lexington, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Newp…Only antlerless deer may be taken. Archery or crossbow hunters during early urban archery season required to wear blaze color on Youth and Apprentice Deer Hunting Weekend. All other normal deer regulations apply. | Closed | |
| White-tailed DeerEarly Antlerless-Only Firearms (Bedford County) · Private lands in Bedford CountyOnly antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during this season. EAB applies. | Closed | |
| White-tailed DeerEarly Antlerless-Only Firearms · Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William (except Dept-owned lands) counties and private lands in Carroll, Culpeper, Clarke, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madiso…Only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during this season. EAB applies. | Closed | |
| White-tailed DeerYouth and Apprentice Deer Hunting Weekend · StatewideYouth hunters 15 and under or holders of valid apprentice hunting license; must be accompanied by adult over 18 with valid VA hunting license; any legal deer hunting weapon may be used; deer of either sex may be taken; blaze color requirements in effect; deer hunting with dogs prohibited except tracking dogs | Closed | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Little North Mountain WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Rockbridge CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Ragged Island WMAAntlered deer only - no either-sex days. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Chickahominy WMAAntlered deer only; does by quota. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Caroline, King & Queen, and King William counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 21, 28, and December 21 through January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Warren CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Dickenson and Wise counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Oakley Forest WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 21-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Alleghany, Bath, Highland, Lee, and Rockingham (west of Routes 613 and 731) counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 21, 27, and 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Henry and Patrick counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 21, 28, and November 30 through December 12. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Bland CountyEither-sex days: November 21, November 27, and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Featherfin WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 5-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Thompson WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 21-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Robert W. Duncan WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Buchanan County (private lands)Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies. Earn a Buck does not apply in Buchanan County. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Washington CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Hidden Valley WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Scott CountyAntlered deer only - no either-sex days. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Briery Creek WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Forest Firearms · Prince Edward State ForestEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Big Woods WMAEither-sex days: November 14 through January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Forest Firearms · Big Woods State ForestEither-sex days: November 14 through January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Forest Firearms · Appomattox-Buckingham State ForestEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Forest Firearms · Cumberland State ForestEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 5. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Amherst CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Appomattox, Brunswick, Buckingham, Charlotte, Dinwiddie, Essex, Lunenburg, Mathews, Mecklenburg, Middlesex, and Prince Edward counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 21, 28, and December 28 through January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Game Farm Marsh WMAEither-sex days: November 14-January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Botetourt CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · White Oak Mountain WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 31-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Clinch Mountain WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Big Survey WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 27, and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Lee CountyAntlered deer only - no either-sex days. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Montgomery CountyEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Frederick CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Smyth CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Flippo-Gentry WMAEither-sex days: November 14-January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Turkeycock WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 7-12. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Giles CountyEither-sex days: November 21, November 27, and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Dick Cross WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Highland CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Goshen WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Tazewell CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Alleghany CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Bland, Russell, Scott, and Tazewell counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 21 through November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Pettigrew WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Stewarts Creek WMAEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerArmy Corps Lands Firearms · Flannagan ReservoirAntlered deer only - no either-sex days. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Smith Mountain Cooperative WMAEither-sex days: November 14-January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Mattaponi WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Amelia WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 21-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Page CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Rockingham CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · C.F. Phelps WMAEither-sex days: November 21. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Park Firearms · Grayson Highlands State ParkEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Forest Firearms · Channels State ForestEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Pulaski CountyEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Craig CountyEither-sex days: November 21, November 27, and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Nelson CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Saxis WMAEither-sex days: November 14-January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Wythe CountyEither-sex days: November 21, November 27, and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Highland WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 27, and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · James River WMAEither-sex days: November 21 and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Bedford CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Shenandoah CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Guinea Marsh WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 5-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Carroll CountyEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Fairystone Farms WMAEither-sex days: November 21 and December 7-12. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Coastal Forest WMAEither-sex days: November 14-January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Gathright WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Mattaponi Bluffs WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Wise CountyAntlered deer only - no either-sex days. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Park Firearms · Fairystone State ParkEither-sex days: November 21 and December 7-12. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerCities and Towns Firearms · Within the incorporated limits of any city or town in Virginia that allows firearms deer hunting (except the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach)Only with the specific weapons authorized by each individual city or town. Deer of either sex may be taken full season. Earn a Buck applies to all cities and towns except Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Mockhorn Island WMAEither-sex days: November 14-January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Rapidan WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 21-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Horsepen Lake WMAEither-sex days: November 21, November 28, and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerState Park Firearms · Hungry Mother State ParkEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Tye River WMAEither-sex days: November 21 and December 28-January 2. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Ware Creek WMAEither-sex days: November 14 through January 2 (full season). | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Havens WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerPrivate Lands Firearms · Augusta, Botetourt, Craig, Giles, Grayson, Rockbridge, Smyth, and Washington counties (private lands)Either-sex deer hunting days: November 14 through December 12 (full season). EAB applies to Augusta, Botetourt, Craig, Giles, Grayson counties. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Bath CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Short Hills WMAEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerGW Jefferson National Forest Firearms · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest - Roanoke CountyEither-sex days: November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerWMA Firearms · Crooked Creek WMAEither-sex days: November 21 and November 28. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Archery · Alleghany, Bath, Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Highland, Lee, Rockingham (west of Rts 613 and 731), Russell, Scott, Tazewell, and Wise counties (including cities and towns within); all National Forest…Deer of either sex may be taken full season during late archery season. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Archery · Cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia BeachDeer of either sex may be taken full season during late archery season. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Muzzleloader (East of Blue Ridge) · Henry and Patrick counties; federal and department-owned lands in Franklin county; national forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties; cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Sw…Either-sex days: December 12-January 2 in Henry and Patrick counties and federal/Dept-owned lands in Franklin County; December 28-January 2 in Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach; January 2 on National Forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties. All cities and towns that allow muzzleloader hunting (except Chesapeake, Suffolk, Virginia Beach): December 12-January 2 (full season). Muzzleloader hunters shall wear blaze color except when in tree stand or stationary hunting location. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Muzzleloader (West of Blue Ridge) · All areas west of the Blue Ridge (except Clarke County and private lands in Carroll, Floyd, Franklin, Frederick, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham east of routes 613 and 731, Shenandoah,…No late muzzleloader season in Clarke County and on private lands in Carroll, Floyd, Franklin, Frederick, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of routes 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe counties since it occurs during the general firearms season. Either-sex days vary by area: December 12-January 2 (full season) on private lands in Augusta, Botetourt, Craig, Giles, Grayson, Scott, and Smyth counties and all cities/towns; December 28-January 2 on private lands in Bland, Dickenson, Rockbridge, and Washington counties; January 2 in Alleghany, Bath, Buchanan, Highland, Lee, Rockingham (west of Routes 613 and 731), Russell, Tazewell, Wise counties and all National Forest and Dept-owned lands west of Blue Ridge, Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands SP, Hungry Mother SP, and Flannagan Reservoir. Muzzleloader hunters shall wear blaze color except when in tree stand or stationary hunting location. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Archery · Henry and Patrick counties; all areas west of the Blue Ridge (except Clarke and Floyd counties and private lands in Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham east of routes 6…No late archery season in Clarke and Floyd counties and on private lands in Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of routes 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe counties. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerUrban Archery (Late) · Cities of Charlottesville, Chesapeake (except Dept-owned lands), Colonial Heights, Danville, Emporia, Franklin, Fredericksburg, Galax, Harrisonburg, Hopewell, Lexington, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Newp…Only antlerless deer may be taken. All other normal deer regulations apply. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Antlerless-Only Firearms · Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William (except Dept-owned lands) counties and private lands in Carroll, Culpeper, Clarke, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madiso…Only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during this season. EAB applies. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerLate Antlerless-Only Firearms (Bedford County) · Private lands in Bedford CountyOnly antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during this season. EAB applies. | Upcoming | |
| White-tailed DeerNOVA Late Archery · Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William (except Dept-owned lands) counties (including cities and towns within)Only antlerless deer may be taken. | Upcoming |
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Virginia Deer Season FAQ
When does deer season open in Virginia?
Firearm deer season opens November 14, 2026 in every zone and closes between December 12, 2026 and January 2, 2027 depending on zone. The earliest listed deer season of any kind is urban archery (early) white-tailed deer, opening September 5, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with Virginia DWR.
What are the 2026-27 deer season dates in Virginia?
Virginia lists 110 deer season windows: Urban Archery (Early) White-tailed Deer (Sep 5-Oct 2, 2026); Early Antlerless-Only Firearms (Bedford County) White-tailed Deer (Sep 5-Oct 2, 2026); Early Antlerless-Only Firearms White-tailed Deer (Sep 5-Oct 2, 2026); Youth and Apprentice Deer Hunting Weekend White-tailed Deer (Sep 26-27, 2026); Firearms (General) White-tailed Deer (Oct 1-Nov 30, 2026); Cavalier WMA Firearms White-tailed Deer (Oct 1-Nov 30, 2026); Early Archery White-tailed Deer (Oct 3-Nov 13, 2026); Early Muzzleloader White-tailed Deer (Oct 31-Nov 13, 2026); and more. Always verify against Virginia DWR before hunting.
Are there different deer seasons in Virginia?
Yes — Virginia lists separate deer seasons for Urban Archery (Early) White-tailed Deer, Early Antlerless-Only Firearms (Bedford County) White-tailed Deer, Early Antlerless-Only Firearms White-tailed Deer, Youth and Apprentice Deer Hunting Weekend White-tailed Deer, Firearms (General) White-tailed Deer, Cavalier WMA Firearms White-tailed Deer. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Virginia DWR.
Do I need a license to hunt deer in Virginia?
Yes. Virginia generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and deer hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Virginia DWR.