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Maryland Deer Muzzleloader Season 2025

Muzzleloader deer hunting dates for Maryland.

Recorded dates, not hunting permission

Status assessment: 2026-10-14 UTC (static build snapshot). Static activity badges and day counts use this build assessment, not a live check. Interactive finder results show their own UTC assessment day.

0 of 2 recorded windows have date-review evidence. Other rows remain unverified. Historical records are retained and are not a current-season promise.

Check your current agency regulations, GMU or zone, hunt code, license and access restrictions before hunting. An agency link or successful publication fetch does not verify a row. Reviewed base dates do not cover every license-specific exception.

Maryland Deer Muzzleloader Season

Find muzzleloader deer hunting season dates for Maryland. Plan your 2025 muzzleloader hunt with dates, zones, and equipment requirements.

2 muzzleloader seasons Zone not recorded 2025 Muzzleloader

Muzzleloader Deer Season Dates

2 muzzleloader seasons in Maryland

Dates Zone Status Notes Add to Calendar
Oct 18-25, 2025

Unverified date record; agency review required

Zone not recorded Historical record Early muzzleloader
Dec 14-20, 2025

Unverified date record; agency review required

Zone not recorded Historical record Late muzzleloader

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Important Note for Maryland

Only Garrett County RegionA private-land antlered white-tailed deer firearms base dates were reviewed from actual linked2026–27 LR7 guide, including its Nov29 and Dec6 private-land Sundays. No RegionB January extension, antlerless/sika/public/managed or other hunt coverage is verified. Check current license/permits, antler-point/bag, rifle/ammunition, clothing/hours, reporting, CWD, access/permission and closures. Historical rows/license-year metadata remain unverified; government calendar403 is an explicit source gap.

Maryland Deer Muzzleloader Hunting FAQ

Common questions about muzzleloader deer hunting in Maryland

When does muzzleloader deer season start in Maryland?

Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-18 to 2025-10-25; 2025-12-14 to 2025-12-20. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.

What are the muzzleloader requirements in Maryland?

Maryland muzzleloader regulations typically specify minimum caliber, ignition type (flintlock, percussion, inline), and scope restrictions. Some states allow scopes during muzzleloader season while others require open sights. Check current regulations for specific requirements.

Do I need a special tag for muzzleloader deer hunting in Maryland?

You need a valid Maryland hunting license and applicable deer tags or permits. Some states offer muzzleloader-specific tags or have separate quotas. Check current license requirements and availability.

What other methods can I use to hunt deer in Maryland?

Besides muzzleloader, Maryland offers deer seasons for: Archery, Rifle/Firearm, Shotgun. Each method has different season dates and regulations.

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