Deer Hunting in Shelby County, Indiana

Shelby County, Indiana hunters harvested 557 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 1.4 per square mile, 86th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
557 total deer
Antlered277
Antlerless280
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Density
1.4 deer / sq mi
This county1.4
Indiana avg3.6
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County Rank
#86 of 92
Most harvestLeast harvest
#85 Clinton County
#86 Shelby County
#87 Boone County
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Public Land
0% public — 288 acres
Local/Metropark
288 ac
100%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-2025277280557

Harvest source: in.gov

Harvest figures for Shelby 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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