Deer Hunting in Midland County, Michigan

Midland County, Michigan hunters harvested 4,281 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 8.3 per square mile, 23rd in the state. The county is roughly 3% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
4,281 total deer
Antlered2,125
Antlerless2,156
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Density
8.3 deer / sq mi
This county8.3
Michigan avg5.8
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County Rank
#23 of 83
Most harvestLeast harvest
#22 Mecosta County
#23 Midland County
#24 Newaygo County
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Public Land
3% public — 8,327 acres
Local/Metropark
4,386 ac
53%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
3,941 ac
47%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20252,1252,1564,281

Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com

Harvest figures for Midland 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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