Deer Hunting in Mason County, Michigan

Mason County, Michigan hunters harvested 4,321 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 8.7 per square mile, 19th in the state. The county is roughly 22% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
4,321 total deer
Antlered1,995
Antlerless2,326
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Density
8.7 deer / sq mi
This county8.7
Michigan avg5.8
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County Rank
#19 of 83
Most harvestLeast harvest
#18 St. Clair County
#19 Mason County
#20 Livingston County
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Public Land
22% public — 70,577 acres
National Forest
65,395 ac
93%
State Park/Recreation
4,642 ac
7%
Local/Metropark
359 ac
1%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
181 ac
0%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,9952,3264,321

Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com

Harvest figures for Mason 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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