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Deer Hunting in DeKalb County, Indiana

DeKalb County, Indiana hunters harvested 2,493 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 6.9 per square mile, 4th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
2,493 total deer
Antlered1,131
Antlerless1,362
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Density
6.9 deer / sq mi
This county6.9
Indiana avg3.6
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County Rank
#4 of 92
Most harvestLeast harvest
#3 Switzerland County
#4 DeKalb County
#5 Crawford County
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Public Land
0% public — 367 acres
Local/Metropark
367 ac
100%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,1311,3622,493

Harvest source: in.gov

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

Season Dates
Indiana deer season, 2025-2026

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

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