Market Report · 2026
Massachusetts
Hunting Market
Massachusetts ranks #42 nationally by outfitter count with 5 verified operators (1% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
5
Featured
0
Species
5
National Rank
#42
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfowl | 2 | $103 | $NaN |
| Upland Bird | 2 | $103 | $NaN |
| Whitetail Deer | 1 | $103 | $NaN |
| Bear | 1 | $73 | $NaN |
| Turkey | 1 | $32 | $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
5
operators
archery
2
operators
rifle
1
operators
muzzleloader
1
operators
crossbow
1
operators
Top 5 Operators
Western Mass Guide Service
Western Massachusetts, MA
Fully guided one-on-one hunting trips for bear, deer, and turkey in Massachusetts.
Codfather Charters LLC
Massachusetts, MA
Guided waterfowl hunts in New England for diverse bird species.
LadyWoods Game Preserve
Douglas, MA
Private upland game bird hunting on 130 acres of New England cover.
130 acres
Fullflight Hunt Club
Bernardston, MA
Upland bird hunting on 350 acres of private land in western Massachusetts.
350 acres
Baymen Guide Service, Inc. & Baymen Charters
Southeastern Massachusetts, MA
Sea duck hunts and puddle duck hunts on the coast of Southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod.
Massachusetts Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | $103 |
| Upland Bird | $103 |
| Waterfowl | $103 |
| Bear | $73 |
| Turkey | $32 |
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 Massachusetts 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.