Deer Hunting in Wayne County, Indiana

Wayne County, Indiana hunters harvested 1,118 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 2.8 per square mile, 63rd in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
1,118 total deer
Antlered607
Antlerless511
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Density
2.8 deer / sq mi
This county2.8
Indiana avg3.6
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County Rank
#63 of 92
Most harvestLeast harvest
#62 Lake County
#63 Wayne County
#64 Tippecanoe County
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Public Land
0% public — 480 acres
Local/Metropark
456 ac
95%
State Park/Recreation
24 ac
5%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20256075111,118

Harvest source: in.gov

Harvest figures for Wayne 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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