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Deer Hunting in Washington County, Maryland

Washington County, Maryland hunters harvested 5,066 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 11.1 per square mile, 4th in the state. The county is roughly 15% public land.

Updated September 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
5,066 total deer
Antlered2,477
Antlerless2,589
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Density
11.1 deer / sq mi
This county11.1
Maryland avg8.7
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County Rank
#4 of 24
Most harvestLeast harvest
#3 Dorchester County
#4 Washington County
#5 Frederick County
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Public Land
15% public — 43,336 acres
State Park/Recreation
19,269 ac
44%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
9,704 ac
22%
Other federal
9,244 ac
21%
Local/Metropark
5,119 ac
12%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20252,4772,5895,066

Harvest source: dnr.maryland.gov

Harvest figures for Washington 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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