Deer Hunting in Bay County, Michigan

Bay County, Michigan hunters harvested 2,321 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 5.2 per square mile, 45th in the state. The county is roughly 3% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,321 total deer
Antlered1,146
Antlerless1,175
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Density
5.2 deer / sq mi
This county5.2
Michigan avg5.8
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County Rank
#45 of 83
Most harvestLeast harvest
#44 Missaukee County
#45 Bay County
#46 Iosco County
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Public Land
3% public — 9,164 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
5,428 ac
59%
State Park/Recreation
2,412 ac
26%
Local/Metropark
1,324 ac
14%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,1461,1752,321

Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com

Harvest figures for Bay County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.

Season Dates
Michigan deer season, 2025-2026

Michigan deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Michigan season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Michigan wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.

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