Deer Hunting in Owsley County, Kentucky

Owsley County, Kentucky hunters harvested 309 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 1.6 per square mile, 112th in the state. The county is roughly 14% public land.

Updated August 2026
▲ Only 309 tagged deer — interpret rank with caution.
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
309 total deer
Antlered254
Antlerless55
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Density
1.6 deer / sq mi
This county1.6
Kentucky avg3.9
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County Rank
#112 of 120
Most harvestLeast harvest
#111 Letcher County
#112 Owsley County
#113 Martin County
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Public Land
14% public — 17,285 acres
National Forest
17,285 ac
100%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-202525455309

Harvest source: fw.ky.gov

Harvest figures for Owsley 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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