Deer Hunting in Franklin County, Indiana

Franklin County, Indiana hunters harvested 1,667 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 4.3 per square mile, 26th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
1,667 total deer
Antlered928
Antlerless739
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Density
4.3 deer / sq mi
This county4.3
Indiana avg3.6
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County Rank
#26 of 92
Most harvestLeast harvest
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Public Land
0% public — 627 acres
Other state
398 ac
63%
Local/Metropark
229 ac
37%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20259287391,667

Harvest source: in.gov

Harvest figures for Franklin 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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