New Mexico Waterfowl Season 2026-27
Open nowNew Mexico's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-26 and closes 2027-01-31.
Last verified September 25, 2026New Mexico wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Central Flyway North & South Zones
Regular - segment 1
- Opens
- September 26, 2026
- Closes
- October 11, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 36 days
Central Flyway North & South Zones
Regular - segment 2
- Opens
- November 2, 2026
- Closes
- January 31, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 13 days
Central Flyway North Zone
Regular
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- January 13, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 22 days
Central Flyway South Zone
Regular
- Opens
- October 19, 2026
- Closes
- January 31, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
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
New Mexico's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-26 and closes 2027-01-31.
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.