Maine Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowMaine's deer season opens 2026-09-12 and closes 2026-12-12.
Last verified September 25, 2026Maine wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Expanded archery areas
Expanded archery
- Opens
- September 12, 2026
- Closes
- December 12, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 6 days
Statewide
Regular archery
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- October 30, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 26 days
Statewide
Youth deer
- Opens
- October 23, 2026
- Closes
- October 24, 2026
- Bag limit
- Residents-only firearm day Oct 31, 2026
- Opens in 36 days
Statewide
Firearms
- Opens
- November 2, 2026
- Closes
- November 28, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 64 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader
- Opens
- November 30, 2026
- Closes
- December 5, 2026
- Bag limit
- WMDs 12-18, 20-29 extend Dec 7-12
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
Maine's deer season opens 2026-09-12 and closes 2026-12-12.
Nearby states
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.