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Deer Hunting in Crittenden County, Kentucky

Crittenden County, Kentucky hunters harvested 2,612 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 7.3 per square mile, 8th in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,612 total deer
Antlered1,332
Antlerless1,280
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Density
7.3 deer / sq mi
This county7.3
Kentucky avg3.9
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County Rank
#8 of 120
Most harvestLeast harvest
#7 Green County
#8 Crittenden County
#9 Shelby County
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Public Land
2% public — 4,313 acres
Other state
4,240 ac
98%
Local/Metropark
73 ac
2%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,3321,2802,612

Harvest source: fw.ky.gov

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

Season Dates
Kentucky deer season, 2025-2026

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

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