Pennsylvania Deer Season 2026-27
Opens in 6 daysPennsylvania's deer season opens 2026-10-03 and closes 2027-01-24.
Last verified September 25, 2026Pennsylvania wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 6 days
Statewide (excl. WMUs 2B, 5C, 5D)
Archery - segment 1
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- November 20, 2026
- Bag limit
- WMUs 2B/5C/5D open 2026-09-19.
- Opens in 20 days
Statewide
Antlerless muzzleloader
- Opens
- October 17, 2026
- Closes
- October 25, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 62 days
Statewide
Regular firearms
- Opens
- November 28, 2026
- Closes
- December 13, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 90 days
Statewide
Archery - segment 2
- Opens
- December 26, 2026
- Closes
- January 24, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 90 days
Statewide
Flintlock
- Opens
- December 26, 2026
- Closes
- January 24, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Season by method
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
Pennsylvania's deer season opens 2026-10-03 and closes 2027-01-24.
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.