Resident deer tag or permit entry cost.
NY
Deer Hunting in New York: Tags, Seasons & Regulations (2026)
Deer hunting in New York starts with the current deer cost entries, season dates, bag limits, and CWD rules.
Resident Tag $10 Deer tag/permit
Non-Resident Tag $10 Non-resident deer tag
Primary Season Oct 1 – Nov 14 Early Archery (Southern Zone)
Draw Required? No (OTC) Over-the-counter tags
DEER QUICK ANSWER
New York Deer Tag Cost, Season & Rules: Quick Answer
Start here for New York deer tag cost, primary season timing, draw status, and CWD planning before using the full tables below.
Use this before adding the base license and trip permits.
Most hunters can start from the state license portal and available deer permits.
Early Archery (Southern Zone); also check Early Archery (Northern Zone).
For New York deer hunting, use the listed resident and non-resident deer cost entries together with the note: The annual hunting license includes big game tags; Deer Management Permits for antlerless deer cost $10 for hunters age 16+ and are free for junior hunters.. Because this page lists over-the-counter access, the main risk is choosing the correct weapon season, zone, and add-on permit. New York does not list a current CWD detection here, but carcass import rules can still affect travel.
OVERVIEW
Deer Hunting in New York
New York's deer page should separate license cost from optional antlerless permits. The annual hunting license includes big game tags for deer and bear, while Deer Management Permits cost $10 for hunters age 16 and older and are allocated by WMU. New York's current CWD language also needs precision: the fall 2024 incident was a captive red-deer facility detection in Herkimer County, and DEC reported no CWD found in wild deer sampled around the facility. Hunters in the six surveillance towns should follow DEC head-submission guidance, while hunters statewide should keep following carcass-import rules.
Species present: White-tailed Deer
SEASONS
New York Deer Season Dates (2026)
All archery, firearm, and muzzleloader season dates.
Multiple Seasons
New York offers 9 distinct deer seasons. Check specific zone dates with the New York Department of Environmental Conservation — dates and bag limits may vary by management unit.
COSTS
New York Deer Tag Fees
Resident vs. non-resident tag and permit costs.
Resident
$10
Deer tag / permit
Non-Resident
$10
Over-the-counter tag available
The annual hunting license includes big game tags; Deer Management Permits for antlerless deer cost $10 for hunters age 16+ and are free for junior hunters.
PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP
Choose the right New York deer planning path
Jump into the state hub, shortlist pages, and deer-planning tools before you work through every remaining section.
Check the full New York license setup
Move back to the main state hub when you need the base license, non-resident options, or add-on permits outside deer tags.
Use deer-planning tools next
Shift from deer-tag detail into season timing, trip budgeting, and cross-state deer planning helpers.
Add a wider 2026 cost view
Check benchmark and non-resident premium reports before you commit to one deer state or trip budget.
REGULATIONS
CWD & Deer Hunting Regulations in New York
Chronic Wasting Disease status, antler restrictions, and weapon rules.
CWD Status
Not Detected
CWD Testing / Transport
No in-state detection listed
Zones: DEC intensified surveillance in Columbia, German Flatts, Litchfield, Warren, and Winfield in Herkimer County and Richfield in Otsego County after a fall 2024 captive-facility detection; DEC reported no CWD detected in sampled wild deer.
New York restricts import of whole carcasses and high-risk cervid parts from CWD-affected areas and asks hunters in the surveillance towns to submit deer heads for free testing.
Bag Limit
Daily: 1 · Season: 2 (1 antlered + 1 antlerless with DMP)
Camo Day + regular tags; WMU-specific antler restrictions; CWD surveillance in select areas
Allowed Weapons
Bow, rifle, shotgun, muzzleloader
Official Source
Always verify current regulations with the official source: New York Department of Environmental Conservation . Season dates, bag limits, and CWD regulations may change annually.
FAQ
Deer Hunting in New York — FAQ
Has CWD been detected in New York?
DEC confirmed CWD in a captive deer facility in Herkimer County in fall 2024, but DEC reported no CWD detected in wild deer sampled around the facility. Hunters in listed Herkimer and Otsego County surveillance towns should follow DEC's current deer-head submission guidance.
What are the antler point restrictions (APRs) in New York?
In designated Southeastern WMUs (like 3A, 3C, 3H), a legal buck must have at least one antler with a minimum of three points, each measuring at least one inch in length.
Can youth hunters shoot any buck?
Yes, youth hunters aged 12 to 16 are explicitly exempt from the mandatory 3-point APRs and may harvest any antlered buck.
What deer species can I hunt in New York?
New York is home to White-tailed Deer. Allowed weapons include bow, rifle, shotgun, muzzleloader.
Can non-residents hunt deer in New York?
Yes, non-residents can hunt deer in New York with the annual non-resident hunting license. The license includes big game tags, while Deer Management Permits for antlerless deer cost $10 for hunters age 16 and older and depend on WMU availability.