When does deer season open in Baltimore Maryland?

Deer season dates in Maryland vary by year and land type (private vs WMA). Specific dates for Baltimore City have not been confirmed against current MD DNR regulations for this guide — see https://dnr.maryland.gov/ for the current Maryland Hunting and Fishing Guide.

Where can I hunt near Baltimore Maryland?

Public hunting land near Baltimore is listed in the WMA directory below. MD DNR manages all WMAs in Maryland; a WMA license is required in addition to a basic hunting license.

Do I need a license to hunt in Maryland?

Yes. Maryland requires a hunting license for all hunters. Resident annual hunting licenses are available through MD DNR. For deer and turkey, a big game permit is also required. Hunting on any Wildlife Management Area (WMA) requires an additional WMA license. Federal duck stamps are required for migratory waterfowl hunting age 16 and older.

Can you hunt on Sundays in Maryland?

Sunday hunting rules in Maryland vary by land type and local ordinance. Verify with MD DNR and Baltimore City before hunting on Sunday.

What is the deer bag limit in Maryland?

Deer bag limits in Maryland vary by land type (private vs WMA) and by antlered vs antlerless. Limits for Baltimore City have not been confirmed against current MD DNR regulations for this guide — see https://dnr.maryland.gov/ for the current Maryland Hunting and Fishing Guide.

Are there bear in the Baltimore area?

Bear hunting in Maryland is regulated by MD DNR. Bear populations and seasons vary by Game Zone. Whether Baltimore City has an open bear season has not been confirmed for this guide — see https://dnr.maryland.gov/ for the current MD DNR hunting guide.

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Live conditions, season status, solunar ratings, WMA profiles, and community hunting coverage for Baltimore City and Maryland.

Hog: UNK Turkey: UNK Dove: UNK Deer: UNK Maryland

0 WMAs Profiled

Live Hunt Conditions

Solunar Rating

2026 Season Guide

First Look • Hunt Conditions

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Waxing Crescent

Illumination: 9%

Sunrise 6:46 am

Sunset 4:54 pm

Temp 52°F

Wind 0 mph

Weather as of 3:53 AM ET

Good — increasing moonlight; deer active morning and evening.

PRIME

Prime hunting conditions. Get in the stand early.

Maryland • Baltimore City

Baltimore Hunting Season Status

Whitetail Deer

UNK

Season DatesUNK — verify with MD DNR.

Bag Limit:UNK — verify with MD DNR.

No verified Whitetail Deer season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load MD DNR canonical dates.

Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from MD DNR.

Feral Hog

UNK

Season DatesUNK — verify with MD DNR.

Bag Limit:UNK — verify with MD DNR.

No verified Feral Hog season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load MD DNR canonical dates.

Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from MD DNR.

Spring Turkey

UNK

Season DatesUNK — verify with MD DNR.

Bag Limit:UNK — verify with MD DNR.

No verified Spring Turkey season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load MD DNR canonical dates.

Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from MD DNR.

Mourning Dove

UNK

Season DatesUNK — verify with MD DNR.

Bag Limit:UNK — verify with MD DNR.

No verified Mourning Dove season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load MD DNR canonical dates.

Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from MD DNR.

Season dates shown are for Maryland private lands. WMA dates, license requirements, and antlerless regulations may differ. Always verify current regulations with MD DNR before hunting.

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First Look

Baltimore Hunting Weather Now

52^F

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 52°F

as of 3:53 AM ET

Wind 0 mph N

Humidity 82%

Pressure 1003 hPa

Moon Waxing Crescent

Location Baltimore, MD

Field Scout Tips

Nothing is in season today — pure scouting window. Walk property lines, check trail cams, and hang stands for the opener.
Mild temps — perfect for cutting shooting lanes and pulling cards without spooking game.
Use closed season to inventory deer, locate gobblers on the roost, and pattern hog sign for when seasons return.

Solunar Index

Baltimore Hunt Conditions Today

Temperature

52°F

Optimal

Wind Speed

0 mph

Ideal — Calm

Barometric

1003 hPa

Low — Storm

Moon Phase

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Good

PRIME

Prime hunting conditions. Get in the stand early.

Extended Outlook

Baltimore Hunt Forecast — 5 Days

TODAY

Chance Rain Showers

63° / 42°

8 mph wind

FAIR

FRI

Chance Rain Showers

50° / 36°

16 mph wind

FAIR

SAT

Mostly Sunny

51° / 38°

12 mph wind

GOOD

SUN

Mostly Sunny

53° / 36°

12 mph wind

GOOD

MON

Mostly Sunny

54° / 34°

7 mph wind

GOOD

Public Hunting Lands

Baltimore Maryland Wildlife Management Areas

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Maryland Key Dates

MD Hunting Season Calendar

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Season calendar not yet seeded for this clone

Verified dates must be loaded via the here_hunting_seasons WP option, sourced from MD DNR. Until then, see dnr.maryland.gov for current Maryland regulations.

Maryland

Dates reflect 2026 Maryland hunting regulations for Maryland. Always verify with the current MD DNR Hunting and Fishing Guide. Regulations are subject to change.

Questions and Answers

Baltimore Hunting FAQ

Common questions about hunting in the Baltimore area, answered.

Deer season dates in Maryland vary by year and land type (private vs WMA). Specific dates for Baltimore City have not been confirmed against current MD DNR regulations for this guide — see https://dnr.maryland.gov/ for the current Maryland Hunting and Fishing Guide.
Public hunting near Baltimore is listed in the WMA directory above. MD DNR manages all WMAs in Maryland; a WMA license is required in addition to a basic hunting license.
Yes. All hunters in Maryland need a state hunting license. Deer and turkey require an additional big game permit. Hunting on any Wildlife Management Area (WMA) requires a WMA license. Federal migratory bird hunters age 16 and older need a federal duck stamp for waterfowl. Licenses and permits are available through MD DNR at https://dnr.maryland.gov/ or at authorized license agents throughout Baltimore City.
Sunday hunting rules in Maryland vary by land type and local ordinance. Verify with MD DNR and Baltimore City before hunting on Sunday.
Deer bag limits in Maryland vary by land type (private vs WMA) and by antlered vs antlerless. Limits for Baltimore City have not been confirmed against current MD DNR regulations for this guide — see https://dnr.maryland.gov/ for the current Maryland Hunting and Fishing Guide.
Bear hunting in Maryland is regulated by MD DNR. Bear populations and seasons vary by Game Zone. Check the current MD DNR hunting guide for bear zones and tags relevant to Baltimore City.

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