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Virginia Whitetail Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Early And Late Firearms
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During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons. Season consists of two periods: September 6 through October 3 and January 4, 2026 through March 29, 2026.
Early General Firearms
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Hunting Weekend
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Youth hunters
Deer of either sex may be taken.
Either-sex Hunting Days October 1 Through November 30
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Full season. Applies in the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach.
Early And Late Firearms
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During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons. Season consists of two periods: September 6 through October 3 and January 4, 2026 through March 29, 2026.
Early Archery
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Early Muzzleloader
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Either-sex Hunting Days November 15 Through January 3
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Deer of either sex may be taken all season (full season).
Late Muzzleloader Season East Of The Blue Ridge
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Late Muzzleloader Season West Of The Blue Ridge
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Early And Late Firearms
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During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons. Season consists of two periods: September 6 through October 3 and January 4, 2026 through March 29, 2026.
Late General Firearms
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Early And Late Firearms
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During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons. Season consists of two periods: September 6 through October 3 and January 4, 2026 through March 29, 2026.
Early
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Urban Archery
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Two segments: Sep. 5 – Oct. 2 and Jan. 3 – Mar. 28.
Firearms
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Youth hunters
Public land season; All localities. Either-sex days Sep. 26 & 27.
Weekend
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Youth hunters
Deer hunting with dogs prohibited.
Early Archery
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Late
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Nova Late Archery
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Virginia Whitetail Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
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| Resident Bonus Deer Permit | — | — | $18.00 |
6 antlerless tags. See page 32 for more information. | |||
| Resident Deer/Turkey License | — | Disabled hunters; Veteran | $23.00 |
Not required for holders of Resident Service-Connected Disability Veteran Lifetime License. Valid July 1 through June 30. | |||
| Resident Junior Deer/Turkey License | — | Youth hunters; 12 to 15; Age 12 to 15 | $8.50 |
Valid July 1 through June 30. | |||
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonresident Bonus Deer Permit | — | — | $31.00 |
6 antlerless tags. See page 32 for more information. | |||
| Nonresident Deer/Turkey License | — | 12 to 15; Age 12 to 15 | $16.00 |
Valid July 1 through June 30. | |||
| Nonresident Deer/Turkey License | — | Ages 16+; Age 16 and older | $86.00 |
Valid July 1 through June 30. | |||
| Nonresident Deer/Turkey License | — | Under age 12 | $13.00 |
Valid July 1 through June 30. | |||
Other Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
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| State Park hunting permit | — | — | $15.00 |
Widewater State Park workshop: final payment of $15 for the State Park hunting permit must be paid by Sept. 15, 2025. | |||
