Deer Hunting in Oceana County, Michigan

Oceana County, Michigan hunters harvested 4,607 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 8.6 per square mile, 21st in the state. The county is roughly 19% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
4,607 total deer
Antlered2,292
Antlerless2,315
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Density
8.6 deer / sq mi
This county8.6
Michigan avg5.8
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County Rank
#21 of 83
Most harvestLeast harvest
#20 Livingston County
#21 Oceana County
#22 Mecosta County
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Public Land
19% public — 65,466 acres
National Forest
54,918 ac
84%
State Park/Recreation
6,670 ac
10%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
2,499 ac
4%
Local/Metropark
1,379 ac
2%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20252,2922,3154,607

Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com

Harvest figures for Oceana 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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