New Jersey Bird Hunting

Seasons Span October 19 – February 17, 2025

Resident License Fees:

$27.50

Non-Resident License Fees:

$135.50
2-Day $36.50

Special Permits:

Pheasant and Quail Stamp $40

State Drought Monitor – Upland hunting conditions are often highly dependent upon moisture for both habitat production and bird survival.

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*prior to hunting, always verify all local rules and regulations with the appropriate state agencies because these laws are continually changing and are often area specific




Ruffed Grouse

New Jersey Ruffed Grouse Season

Season Closed

North of Rt. 70: October 15 – December 3 and December 12, 13, 15 – 31, 2016

South of Rt. 70: November 12 – December 3 and December 12, 13, 15–31, 2016

Limits: 2 per day


Woodcock

New Jersey Woodcock Season

North Zone: October 19 – October 26, 2024 and October 29 – November 30, 2024

South Zone: November 9 – December 7, 2024 and December 19 – December 31, 2024

Limits: 3 per day, 6 possession


Bobwhite Quail

New Jersey Bobwhite Quail Season

Closed 2013, except in Peaslee and Greewood WMAs

 Limits: 4 per day


Ring-Necked Pheasant

New Jersey Ring-Necked Pheasant Season

November 9 – February 17, 2024 (except closed Dec. 9 – 14 & 18)

Limits: 2 per day


Chukar

New Jersey Chukar Season

November 9 – February 17, 2024 (except closed Dec. 9 – 14 & 18)

Limits: 7 per day