Deer Hunting in Metcalfe County, Kentucky

Metcalfe County, Kentucky hunters harvested 1,595 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 5.5 per square mile, 23rd in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
1,595 total deer
Antlered865
Antlerless730
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Density
5.5 deer / sq mi
This county5.5
Kentucky avg3.9
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County Rank
#23 of 120
Most harvestLeast harvest
#22 Mercer County
#23 Metcalfe County
#24 Kenton County
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Public Land
0% public — 212 acres
Local/Metropark
212 ac
100%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20258657301,595

Harvest source: fw.ky.gov

Harvest figures for Metcalfe 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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