Updated as of 4/7/2020 - “In the muzzleloader season, only single-shot muzzleloaders, including "in-lines" of .38 caliber or larger and crossbows are legal. Telescopic sights are legal. A firearm that has been converted into a muzzleloader by use of a plug, or a double-barreled or swivel-barreled muzzleloader is illegal for deer & bear hunting during the muzzleloader season."
WEST VIRGINIA MUZZLELOADER HUNTING SEASONS
Muzzleloader Deer Hunts
Season | Bag Limit | Season Dates | Zone |
Muzzleloader | 2 Deer | Dec 16th - Dec 22nd | Statewide |
Muzzleloader Bear Hunts
Season | Bag Limit | Season Dates | Zone |
Muzzleloader | 1 Bear | Jan 9th - Jan 12th | Statewide |
WEST VIRGINIA MUZZLELOADER HUNTING SEASON REGULATIONS
- Muzzleloaders must be single shot muzzleloaders firing a single projectile
- Muzzleloaders must be .38 caliber or larger
- Scopes are legal
This information is subject to change, for more information visit: West Virginia Hunting Regulations
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