Delaware Hunting Seasons

See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of Delaware. We’ve made it easier than ever to find the dates you can hunt, length of the season, what type of hunting is allowed and other important details. Plus, check out hunting resources and direct links to Delaware state resources.

Delaware Deer Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Archery Season

  • September 1 – January 31, 2026

Muzzleloader Season

  • October 1–11, 2025
  • January 14–17, 2026

Youth Firearm Hunt

  • October 4–5, 2025

Shotgun Season (Zone 1 – Kent & Sussex)

  • November 12–28, 2025
  • December 26, 2025 – January 10, 2026

Shotgun Season (Zone 2 – New Castle County)

  • November 15–28, 2025
  • December 26, 2025 – January 10, 2026

Delaware Turkey Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Fall Turkey (Archery Only)

  • September 1–30, 2025

Spring Youth Turkey

  • April 11–12, 2026

Spring General Turkey

  • April 18 – May 10, 2026

For complete regulations, visit the Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife.

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Interactive Delaware Hunting Season Discovery

Use the forms below to filter by game, type of hunting, time of year, bag / tag limits and much more. We’ve gone through the state of Delaware Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated Delaware state hunting is subject to change so be sure to check the state resources linked below the table before heading out to hunt.

Delaware Hunting Seasons & Requirements

For the most accurate information on Delaware Hunting Seasons, along with the state’s requirements for tag and bag limits, it’s a good idea to check with the Delaware DNR.  We’ve provided their contact information below, along with links to helpful resources, including licensing.

Delaware DNR

89 Kings Highway
Dover, DE 19901

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