Deer Hunting in St. Mary's County, Maryland
St. Mary's County, Maryland hunters harvested 2,473 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 6.9 per square mile, 19th in the state. The county is roughly 5% public land.
Updated September 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
2,473 total deer
Antlered1,003
Antlerless1,470
Public Land
5% public — 10,825 acres
State Park/Recreation
5,883 ac
54%
Local/Metropark
3,731 ac
34%
Other state
1,041 ac
10%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
170 ac
2%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 1,003 | 1,470 | 2,473 |
Harvest source: dnr.maryland.gov
Harvest figures for St. Mary's County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.
Season Dates
Maryland deer season, 2025-2026
Maryland deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Maryland season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Maryland wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.
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