Market Report · 2026
New Jersey
Hunting Market
New Jersey ranks #37 nationally by outfitter count with 9 verified operators (1% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
9
Featured
0
Species
6
National Rank
#37
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfowl | 6 | $135 | $NaN |
| Whitetail Deer | 4 | $135 | $NaN |
| Upland Bird | 3 | $135 | $NaN |
| Turkey | 2 | $36 | $NaN |
| Bear | 2 | $135 | $NaN |
| Predator | 1 | — | $NaN |
Average hunt price includes base hunt (fully guided), nonresident tag, travel, and standard guide tip. Run the cost estimator for a personalized breakdown.
Hunt Types Offered
shotgun
7
operators
rifle
3
operators
archery
3
operators
crossbow
1
operators
Top 6 Operators
Muddy Creek Outfitters
Central New Jersey, NJ
New Jersey's best waterfowl hunting with fully guided duck, goose, and bow fishing trips.
Reedy Creek Outfitters
New Jersey Shore, NJ
Guided waterfowl hunts in New Jersey coastal estuaries with Coast Guard licensed captains.
Learn to Hunt NYC
New Jersey, NJ
Guided hunts and lessons for beginning hunters in New Jersey
Backdam Productions
North Jersey, NJ
Outdoor guided excursion experience providing guided hunts, fishing trips, and more.
Falling Leaf Outfitters
Pemberton, NJ
New Jersey's Ultimate Hunting Club providing quality hunts for over 25 years
650+ acres
Limit Outfitters
Paramus, NJ
New Jersey's Premier Waterfowl Hunting Guides
New Jersey Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | $135 |
| Bear | $135 |
| Upland Bird | $135 |
| Waterfowl | $135 |
| Turkey | $36 |
Tag costs include the base nonresident hunting license plus species tag. Excludes habitat stamps, draw application fees, and trophy fees. Updated for 2026 from state Fish & Game sources.
Methodology
All data is aggregated from our directory of verified New Jersey outfitters. Hunt prices reflect Search Huntr's national model calibrated to state-specific tag and travel costs. Tag prices are updated annually from state Fish & Game departments. See full methodology for details.