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Deer Hunting in Russell County, Alabama

Russell County, Alabama hunters harvested 4,233 deer in the 2025-2026 season, about 6.6 per square mile, 3rd in the state. The county is roughly 1% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
4,233 total deer
Antlered1,984
Antlerless2,249
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Density
6.6 deer / sq mi
This county6.6
Alabama avg4.1
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County Rank
#3 of 67
Most harvestLeast harvest
#2 Bullock County
#3 Russell County
#4 Crenshaw County
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Public Land
1% public — 1,896 acres
Other state
1,425 ac
75%
Local/Metropark
471 ac
25%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2025-20261,9842,2494,233

Harvest source: outdooralabama.com

Harvest figures for Russell 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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