Deer Hunting in Houston County, Alabama

Houston County, Alabama hunters harvested 2,994 deer in the 2025-2026 season, about 5.2 per square mile, 14th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,994 total deer
Antlered1,507
Antlerless1,487
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Density
5.2 deer / sq mi
This county5.2
Alabama avg4.1
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County Rank
#14 of 67
Most harvestLeast harvest
#13 Lauderdale County
#14 Houston County
#15 Macon County
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Public Land
0% public — 810 acres
Local/Metropark
354 ac
44%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
307 ac
38%
Other state
149 ac
18%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2025-20261,5071,4872,994

Harvest source: outdooralabama.com

Harvest figures for Houston County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.

Season Dates
Alabama deer season, 2025-2026

Alabama deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Alabama season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Alabama wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.

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