New York Hunting Seasons & Prices
2026 big-game season dates and license/tag prices.
New York's 2026 big-game season dates haven't been released by the state wildlife agency yet — we'll post them here as soon as they're confirmed. License and tag prices are below. A hunting license (annual, includes bear tag) costs $22 for residents and $100 for nonresidents.
Planning reference only — always confirm dates and prices with the state wildlife agency before applying, buying a license, or hunting.
Season dates
Official dates for the 2026 Season have not been released yet. We'll post New York's season dates here as soon as the state wildlife agency publishes them. License & tag prices are below.
License & tag prices
| License | Resident | Nonresident | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunting License (annual, includes bear tag) | $22 | $100 | |
| Bowhunting Privilege | $15 | $15 | |
| Muzzleloading Privilege | $15 | $15 | |
| Deer Management Permit (antlerless) | $10 | $10 |
The annual hunting license covers big and small game and now includes a bear tag. Antlerless deer need a Deer Management Permit; bowhunting and muzzleloading are add-on privileges. Season dates for 2026-27 are added here once NY DEC publishes them.
Source: New York State DEC Sporting License fees (dec.ny.gov)
New York hunt units
Explore harvest history, success rates, and draw odds by unit.
New York hunting FAQ
- How much is a New York hunting license for nonresidents?
- A hunting license (annual, includes bear tag) in New York is $100 for nonresidents and $22 for residents.
📊 New York harvest trends
How New York's harvest has moved season to season, from official state reports.
- Black bear3,518 in 2025+4.4%
- Whitetail227,032 in 2025+1.7%