Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

2025 Connecticut Hunting and Trapping Guide

Overview

The links on the left page menu are the "table of contents" for the Online 2025 Hunting and Trapping Guide; use them to find the appropriate sections you are interested in. Printed Hunting and Trapping Guides will be available in limited quantities in December 2024 at many locations that sell licenses.

Please note that the purpose of the Hunting and Trapping Guide is to provide a summary of the more important rules and regulations governing hunting and trapping in Connecticut and to assist in the enjoyment of your outdoor experience. For legal purposes, the Regulations and State Statutes must be consulted.

Check out our What Is New for 2025 webpage throughout the year to get the latest changes and updates related to hunting in Connecticut, including new hunting areas, changes to existing hunting areas, possible new regulations, and more.

Useful Links for Hunting and Trapping

2025 Connecticut Hunting and Trapping Guide (downloadable PDF)

2025-Guía-de-caza-y-captura-de-Connecticut (available early 2025)

2024-2025 Connecticut Migratory Bird Hunting Guide

2025 Hunting Season Summary (From 2025 printed guide)

2025 Public Hunting Area List (From 2025 printed guide. Includes information on type of hunting permitted, town, acreage, and any special conditions.)

Public Hunting Area Maps

Sunrise/Sunset Table for 2025

2023 Connecticut Wild Turkey Program Report

2023 Connecticut Deer Program Summary

Tagging and Reporting Deer and Turkey Harvests

Buy Your License Online

Take a Firearms, Bowhunting, or Trapping Safety Course

Contact the Wildlife Division

New to hunting or interested in taking up the activity again? The Hunting Roadmap helps you get started!

Hunters: Help Combat Illegal Wildlife Trade

Follow the Wildlife Division on Social Media