Rhode Island Hunting Seasons & Prices
2026 big-game season dates and license/tag prices.
Rhode Island'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) costs $24 for residents and $65 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 Rhode Island'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) | $24 | $65 | |
| Deer Tag | $14 | — | |
| Resident All Outdoors Package (2 antlered + 5 antlerless) | $84 | — |
Deer hunters buy a hunting license plus deer tags; the resident All Outdoors package bundles antlered and antlerless permits. Season dates for 2026-27 are added here once RI DEM publishes them.
Source: Rhode Island DEM hunting license, stamp & permit fees (dem.ri.gov)
Rhode Island hunting FAQ
- How much is a Rhode Island hunting license for nonresidents?
- A hunting license (annual) in Rhode Island is $65 for nonresidents and $24 for residents.