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Deer Hunting in Gratiot County, Michigan
Gratiot County, Michigan hunters harvested 6,676 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 11.7 per square mile, 1st in the state. The county is roughly 5% public land.
Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
6,676 total deer
Antlered3,057
Antlerless3,619
County Rank
#1 of 83
Most harvestLeast harvest
#1 Gratiot County
#2 Clinton CountyPublic Land
5% public — 19,088 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
17,949 ac
94%
Local/Metropark
1,070 ac
6%
Other state
69 ac
0%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 3,057 | 3,619 | 6,676 |
Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com
Harvest figures for Gratiot 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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