West Virginia: 2026-27 deer seasons, resident license fees and official links
Run by: West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR). Below are the deer season dates and resident license fees we could read on official pages (regulation year 2026-27). This state is newly added and coverage is partial.
Deer seasons
| Season type | Zone / unit | Dates (inclusive) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery and crossbow | Statewide | Sep 26, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 | |
| Youth, Class Q and Class XS antlerless | Statewide | Oct 17, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026 | Split season; first part. See page 27 of the regulations summary. |
| Antlerless split season | Selected counties | Oct 22, 2026 to Oct 25, 2026 | Split season, part 1. County-by-county dates are in the regulations summary. |
| Buck firearms | All counties except Logan, McDowell, Mingo and Wyoming | Nov 23, 2026 to Dec 6, 2026 | Those four counties are closed to firearms deer hunting (regulations summary, page 28). Bag limits: see pages 13-18 of the summary. |
| Antlerless split season | Selected counties | Nov 23, 2026 to Dec 6, 2026 | Split season, part 2. |
| Antlerless split season | Selected counties | Dec 10, 2026 to Dec 13, 2026 | Split season, part 3. |
| Muzzleloader | Statewide | Dec 14, 2026 to Dec 20, 2026 | County rules: see the regulations summary. |
| Youth, Class Q and Class XS antlerless | Statewide | Dec 26, 2026 to Dec 27, 2026 | Split season; second part. |
| Antlerless split season | Selected counties | Dec 28, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 | Split season, part 4. |
Source: WVDNR: 2026-2027 hunting season dates. Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Dates can vary by zone, unit or land type; check the official page for your location.
Selected resident license fees
| License (resident) | Fee | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident hunting and trapping license (Class A) | $19.00 | Page 44 of the 2026-27 regulations summary. A Conservation Stamp (Class CS, $5) is also required for licensed hunters with a Class A license. | Official page |
| Resident Conservation Stamp (Class CS) | $5.00 | Required with Class A and other hunting and fishing licenses. | Official page |
| Resident Sportsman hunting/fishing/trapping license (Class X), ages 18-64 | $35.00 | Includes the Conservation Stamp, Class A, B and BG privileges. | Official page |
| Antlerless Deer Hunting Stamp (Class N) | $10.00 | Needed to hunt antlerless deer; must accompany a qualifying license. | Official page |
Fees are copied from the official page linked in each row, last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees, agent fees and online fees change; confirm before you buy.
Good to know
- Hunting, trapping and fishing licenses are good for the calendar year; new licenses must be bought at the start of each year.
Source: WVDNR: 2026-27 hunting and trapping regulations summary, page 44. Last verified Oct 17, 2026. - The antlerless deer seasons and bag, possession and season limits vary by county; the official season page points to pages 13-18 of the regulations summary for deer.
Source: WVDNR: 2026-2027 hunting season dates. Last verified Oct 17, 2026.
Not yet researched
County lists for the antlerless split season, the muzzleloader season and firearms closures, Mountaineer Heritage winter season eligibility, bear, turkey, small game and waterfowl dates, fishing seasons and fees, non-resident and senior fees.