Hunting Licenses in NY: Private Land Regulations & Costs

Resident Hunting License: $25

Senior Citizen Hunting License: (ages 65+) $15 Lifetime Hunting License: $495

Nonresident Hunting License: $100

Nonresident 3-Day Hunting License: $55

Nonresident Archery Only Hunting License: $50

Nonresident Muzzleloader Only Hunting License: $55

Nonresident Conservation Heritage Hunting License: $200

Nonresident Youth Hunting License: (ages 12-17) $10

Lifetime Nonresident Hunting License: $1,100

Hunting on Private Land

You do not need a license to hunt on your own land or on land that you have permission to hunt on. However, you must follow all other hunting laws and regulations, such as bag limits, season dates, and tagging requirements.

Hunting on Public Land

You need a hunting license to hunt on public land in New York State.

Additional Licenses and Permits

In addition to a hunting license, you may also need additional licenses or permits to hunt certain species or in certain areas.

- Deer Management Permit (DMP): $10

- Bear Tag: $10

- Turkey Tag: $15

- Waterfowl Stamp: $15