DMZ 10, New Jersey
Unit info
- Game species
- Deer, Turkey, Bear
- Group
- Zones 10–19
- Area
- 1,505 mi²
- Public land
- N/A
White-tailed Deer — season & harvest
- Reported harvest
- 1,804
Draw odds for White-tailed Deeraren't on file for this unit yet. Check your state wildlife agency website for current draw statistics.
Season & harvest data is published for White-tailed Deer so far. Deer, Turkey, Bear also occur here — that data can be added as the community contributes.
About this unit
AI-compiled · sourcedDMZ 10 covers the Sussex County highlands of northwest New Jersey, encompassing Stokes State Forest, Flatbrook-Roy WMA, and Walpack WMA — some of the best public-land deer hunting in the state. This rugged, forested zone sits in prime bear country and offers hunters access to thousands of acres of public land with relatively low pressure compared to central and southern New Jersey zones. An Earn-A-Buck requirement applies during the early bow season, making antlerless harvest a priority before targeting bucks.
Rugged Sussex County highlands; Kittatinny Ridge and Valley, mixed hardwood and hemlock forest, steep ridgelines, laurel-choked drainages, and agricultural edges bordering the Delaware River corridor. Elevations range from 400 to over 1,800 feet. Classic northwest NJ bear country.
Low to moderate — large contiguous blocks of public land, difficult terrain, and distance from population centers keep pressure lower than central/southern NJ zones.
Deer: DMZ 10 falls under Regulation Set 8. Seasons include Fall Bow (mid-Sept to Oct 31), Permit Bow (Nov 1 to Dec 31), Permit Shotgun (zone-specific dates, typically Dec–Feb), Permit Muzzleloader, and Winter Bow (Jan 1–Feb 21). Earn-A-Buck rule applies during Sept 13–Oct 3 bow period — must harvest an antlerless deer before taking an antlered buck. Zone-specific antlerless permits required for each permit season at $28/adult. Unlimited buck permit included with license for 6-day firearm season. Bear: Zone is within NJ black bear hunting territory (Sussex County); bear season typically runs 6 days in December by permit, separate bear hunting permit required. Zone overlaps Zones 1–3 of NJ's bear management areas. Turkey: Spring gobbler and fall turkey seasons open throughout the zone; Stokes State Forest and Flatbrook-Roy WMA are designated public turkey hunting areas in Turkey Zone 1. Shotgun and archery methods permitted per season type.
One of NJ's premier public-land deer hunting destinations. Dense whitetail population in a wild landscape. Overlaps core NJ black bear range in Sussex County. Turkey populations strong in mixed forest edges throughout the zone. Access roads into Stokes and Flatbrook give hunters multiple entry options.
Questions, tips & discussion
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Boundaries: NJDEP official Deer Management Zones. Community info last updated 23d ago.