Updated as of 9/18/2026 - "Muzzleloader means a firearm that is capable of being loaded only through the muzzle; .40 caliber or greater; is ignited by a matchlock, wheel lock, flintlock, or caplock, including an in-line caplock or shotgun or rifle primer mechanism; has a rifled or smooth-bored barrel capable of firing only a single charge; propels a ball, bullet, or charge of shot; and may have any type of sights, including scopes."
MAINE MUZZLELOADER HUNTING SEASONS
Muzzleloader Deer Hunts
| Season | Season Dates | Bag Limit | WMD's |
| Muzzleloader | Nov 30th - Dec 5thth | 1 Deer (Some Restrictions Apply See Regs) | Statewide |
| Muzzleloader | Dec 7th - Dec 12th | 1 Deer (Some Restrictions Apply See Regs) | 12, 13, 15-18, 20-26, 29 |
MAINE MUZZLELOADER HUNTING SEASON REGULATIONS
- Muzzleloading rifles & pistols must load through the muzzle
- Scopes are legal
- Muzzleloaders must fire a single shot
- New designs with encapsulated powder (that is not loaded through the muzzle) are legal as long as the projectile is still loaded through the muzzle.
This information is subject to change, for more information visit: Maine Hunting Regulations
HAVE MAINE MUZZLELOADER HUNTING SEASON QUESTIONS?
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