Deer Hunting in Delaware County, Indiana

Delaware County, Indiana hunters harvested 978 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 2.5 per square mile, 69th in the state. The county is roughly 1% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
978 total deer
Antlered463
Antlerless515
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Density
2.5 deer / sq mi
This county2.5
Indiana avg3.6
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County Rank
#69 of 92
Most harvestLeast harvest
#68 Jasper County
#69 Delaware County
#70 Allen County
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Public Land
1% public — 2,623 acres
Local/Metropark
2,458 ac
94%
State Park/Recreation
165 ac
6%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-2025463515978

Harvest source: in.gov

Harvest figures for Delaware 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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