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Deer Hunting in Shelby County, Kentucky

Shelby County, Kentucky hunters harvested 2,728 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 7.2 per square mile, 9th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,728 total deer
Antlered1,418
Antlerless1,310
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Density
7.2 deer / sq mi
This county7.2
Kentucky avg3.9
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County Rank
#9 of 120
Most harvestLeast harvest
#8 Crittenden County
#9 Shelby County
#10 Bullitt County
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Public Land
0% public — 682 acres
Local/Metropark
361 ac
53%
State Park/Recreation
321 ac
47%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,4181,3102,728

Harvest source: fw.ky.gov

Harvest figures for Shelby 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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