Deer Hunting in Macoupin County, Illinois

Macoupin County, Illinois hunters harvested 3,611 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 4.2 per square mile, 31st in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
3,611 total deer
Antlered1,908
Antlerless1,703
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Density
4.2 deer / sq mi
This county4.2
Illinois avg3.3
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County Rank
#31 of 102
Most harvestLeast harvest
#30 Cumberland County
#31 Macoupin County
#32 Greene County
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Public Land
0% public — 1,514 acres
State Park/Recreation
837 ac
55%
Local/Metropark
563 ac
37%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
114 ac
8%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,9081,7033,611

Harvest source: dnr.illinois.gov

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

Season Dates
Illinois deer season, 2025-2026

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

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