New Jersey Hunting Leases on Hunting Locator<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Browse available private hunting leases in New Jersey\u2014waterfowl properties, farm access, and coastal marshes listed by landowners ready to connect with hunters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nFAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen does duck season open in New Jersey in 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The first duck hunting opportunity of 2026 is the Early Teal Season<\/strong>, which opens September 5, 2026<\/strong> statewide and runs through September 26. The regular duck season opens October 17, 2026<\/strong> in the North and South Zones (early segment), with the Coastal Zone and late segments beginning November 21, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is the duck bag limit in New Jersey for 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The aggregate daily bag limit is 6 ducks<\/strong>, with individual species sub-limits applying within that six: 4 mallards (1 hen max), 2 black ducks, 2 pintails, 3 wood ducks, 2 canvasbacks, and 1 mottled duck. Scaup carry additional restrictions with tiered limits across three sub-periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much does a New Jersey waterfowl hunting license cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Total licensing costs depend on residency. A resident hunter (ages 18\u201364)<\/strong> needs a $27.50 hunting license, $10 NJ Waterfowl Stamp, $25 Federal Duck Stamp, and $2 HIP certification\u2014a $64.50 total<\/strong>. A non-resident<\/strong> pays $135.50 for the base license, $15 for the NJ Waterfowl Stamp, $25 for the Federal Duck Stamp, and $2 HIP\u2014a $177.50 total<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDo I need a Federal Duck Stamp to hunt waterfowl in New Jersey?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes. The Federal Duck Stamp is required for all waterfowl hunters ages 16 and older, regardless of state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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