Vermont Deer Rifle/Firearm Season 2025, 2026
Rifle/Firearm deer hunting dates for Vermont.
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.
1 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.
Date evidence: Official date source. Review dates apply only to the stated row scope, not an entire state or current license eligibility.
Vermont Deer Rifle/Firearm Season
Find rifle deer hunting season dates for Vermont. Plan your 2025, 2026 rifle hunt with dates, zones, and equipment requirements.
Rifle/Firearm Season Coming Soon
1 rifle season opening within 60 days
Nov 14-29, 2026
Actual current2026 guide printed26–27/PDF28–29: WMU A ordinary private non-novice adult first legal buck, intact antlers with two or more points at least one inch on one antler, bolt-action centerfire rifle Nov14–29 only, unused ordinary hunting-license tag; not individual permission. Two points split between antlers insufficient; broken main beam counts regardless length but excluded here; other WMU three-inch definition not applied A, not three-point statewide rule. Printed23/PDF25 ordinary annual four-deer/one legal buck; conditional second-buck tag requires prior reported antlerless/first qualifying buck three points on one antler, and youth/novice exceptions separate, not universal one-buck cap/three-point first-buck requirement. Regular season one legal buck subject to annual cap; antlerless permit opportunity not this scope. Youth/noviceNov7–8, muzzleloaderNov30–Dec13, archery/expanded/other-unit/sex/method/conditional rights excluded, no bridge. Printed19/PDF21 no machine guns, six-cartridge autoloading magazine limit not bolt-action cap. Immediate tagging/regular in-person official reporting within 48 hours, not online option for every season; sunrise/sunset±30minutes. Current license/tag/eligibility/annual-season bag/permission/posting/reporting/transport/CWD/local/rifle/ammunition/closures/amendments need checks. Seven histories/license metadata retained/unverified. Government pages403 unread/no bypass; actual publisher table/labeled2026 PDF read,2025 creation not mistaken for stale2025 edition. Map link metadata not full boundary verification; same publication not independent-law corroboration.
Rifle/Firearm Deer Season Dates
2 rifle seasons in Vermont
| Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14-29, 2026 Date window reviewed 2026-10-09; verify license-specific exceptions Official date source | WMU A private ordinary non-novice adult first legal buck intact-antler bolt-action centerfire with unused ordinary tag | Upcoming | Actual current2026 guide printed26–27/PDF28–29: WMU A ordinary private non-novice adult first legal buck, intact antlers with two or more points at least one inch on one antler, bolt-action centerfire rifle Nov14–29 only, unused ordinary hunting-license tag; not individual permission. Two points split between antlers insufficient; broken main beam counts regardless length but excluded here; other WMU three-inch definition not applied A, not three-point statewide rule. Printed23/PDF25 ordinary annual four-deer/one legal buck; conditional second-buck tag requires prior reported antlerless/first qualifying buck three points on one antler, and youth/novice exceptions separate, not universal one-buck cap/three-point first-buck requirement. Regular season one legal buck subject to annual cap; antlerless permit opportunity not this scope. Youth/noviceNov7–8, muzzleloaderNov30–Dec13, archery/expanded/other-unit/sex/method/conditional rights excluded, no bridge. Printed19/PDF21 no machine guns, six-cartridge autoloading magazine limit not bolt-action cap. Immediate tagging/regular in-person official reporting within 48 hours, not online option for every season; sunrise/sunset±30minutes. Current license/tag/eligibility/annual-season bag/permission/posting/reporting/transport/CWD/local/rifle/ammunition/closures/amendments need checks. Seven histories/license metadata retained/unverified. Government pages403 unread/no bypass; actual publisher table/labeled2026 PDF read,2025 creation not mistaken for stale2025 edition. Map link metadata not full boundary verification; same publication not independent-law corroboration. | |
| Nov 8-23, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded | Historical record | Regular rifle season | |
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Zone-Specific Rifle/Firearm Dates
Vermont has different rifle deer dates by zone. Zones include: WMU A private ordinary non-novice adult first legal buck intact-antler bolt-action centerfire with unused ordinary tag. Check official state regulations for zone boundaries.
Important Note for Vermont
Only WMU A private ordinary non-novice adult first legal buck/intact antlers with two one-inch points on one antler/unused ordinary tag/bolt-action centerfire Nov14–29 reviewed. Not three points statewide: other-unit three-inch/broken-beam exceptions distinct. Annual ordinary four-deer/one buck; conditional second tag after reported antlerless/first buck≥3points on one antler and youth/novice exceptions separate, not universal one-buck cap. No Nov7–8 youth/novice or Nov30–Dec13 muzzleloader bridge/other hunts; autoloading magazine six not bolt-action cap. Immediate tag/regular in-person48hour reporting; current license/tag/bag/permission/local/CWD/amendment checks needed. Seven histories/license metadata unverified; not individual permission.
Vermont Deer Rifle/Firearm Hunting FAQ
Common questions about rifle deer hunting in Vermont
When does rifle deer season start in Vermont?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2026-11-14 to 2026-11-29; 2025-11-08 to 2025-11-23. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
What caliber rifles are legal for deer in Vermont?
Vermont has minimum caliber and cartridge requirements for deer hunting. Common requirements include minimum bullet diameter and energy specifications. Verify current rifle regulations with the state wildlife agency.
Are there different rifle deer zones in Vermont?
Yes, Vermont has zone-specific rifle deer seasons. Zones include: WMU A private ordinary non-novice adult first legal buck intact-antler bolt-action centerfire with unused ordinary tag. Each zone may have different dates and regulations.
Do I need a special tag for rifle deer hunting in Vermont?
You need a valid Vermont hunting license and applicable deer tags or permits. Some states offer rifle-specific tags or have separate quotas. Check current license requirements and availability.
What other methods can I use to hunt deer in Vermont?
Besides rifle, Vermont offers deer seasons for: Archery, Muzzleloader. Each method has different season dates and regulations.
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