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Deer Hunting in Wayne County, Michigan
Wayne County, Michigan hunters harvested 525 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 0.9 per square mile, 74th in the state. The county is roughly 7% public land.
Updated August 2026
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
525 total deer
Antlered335
Antlerless190
Public Land
7% public — 27,297 acres
Local/Metropark
23,010 ac
84%
National Wildlife Refuge
2,954 ac
11%
State Park/Recreation
1,241 ac
5%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
70 ac
0%
Other state
22 ac
0%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 335 | 190 | 525 |
Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com
Harvest figures for Wayne 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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