New York State Hunting Season Dates for 2024 (Southern Zone)

Early Bowhunting
October 1 - November 15
 

Youth Firearms
October 12-14

Crossbow
November 2 - November 15

Regular Deer
November 16 - December 8

Late Bowhunting / Muzzleloading
December 9 - December 17 & December 26 - January 1

We advise avoiding hikes during hunting season or being extra cautious while you’re out.

If you choose to hike at one of RPA's community forests or preserves, or on other public lands (including state lands), please remember to wear some blaze orange, and avoid wearing white.

Hunting at RPA community forests is restricted to a few hunters per day. Hunting is NOT allowed at RPA's Barberville Falls Preserve, but it’s still a good idea to wear blaze orange on the trails.

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to us: info@rensselaerplateau.org / 518-712-9211

Learn more about hunting on RPA lands on our Hunting page. 
 

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