Nys deer season 2024 schedule

Hunting season in New York is just around the corner. No matter the manner in which you hunt for white-tailed deer in the Empire State, you need to follow state guidelines regarding when and where hunting is permitted within certain zones of the state.

You'll also need to wear and carry certain gear and obtain a state hunting license. Here is more on what you need to know about the upcoming season:

When does deer hunting season start in NY?

Hunting dates are split up by zone with the earliest overall season located in the northern zone, which covers the Adirondack region and North Country of New York.

Deer hunting season ny 2024

Here are the dates of Regular and bowhunting seasons

Northern Zone

• Early Bowhunting - Sept. 27 to Oct. 25
• Crossbow - Oct. 16 to Oct. 25
• Regular - Oct. 26 to Dec. 8
• Late Bowhunting - Dec.

  9 to Dec. 15

Southern Zone

The early antlerless season runs from Sept. 14 to 22 through specific regions of the Southern Zone, including in parts of the Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse area.

• Early Bowhunting - Oct.
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