Wisconsin Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowWisconsin's deer season opens 2026-09-12 and closes 2027-01-03.
Last verified September 25, 2026Wisconsin wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide
Archery/Crossbow
- Opens
- September 12, 2026
- Closes
- January 3, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 13 days
Statewide
Youth Gun
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- October 11, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 55 days
Statewide
Gun (9-day)
- Opens
- November 21, 2026
- Closes
- November 29, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 64 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader
- Opens
- November 30, 2026
- Closes
- December 9, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 74 days
Select farmland units
December 4-Day Antlerless
- Opens
- December 10, 2026
- Closes
- December 13, 2026
- 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
Wisconsin's deer season opens 2026-09-12 and closes 2027-01-03.
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.