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Deer Hunting in Johnson County, Missouri
Johnson County, Missouri hunters harvested 3,151 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.8 per square mile, 67th in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.
Updated September 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
3,151 total deer
Antlered1,587
Antlerless1,564
Public Land
2% public — 8,694 acres
State Park/Recreation
4,119 ac
47%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
4,081 ac
47%
Local/Metropark
280 ac
3%
Other state
214 ac
2%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 1,587 | 1,564 | 3,151 |
Harvest source: mdc.mo.gov
Harvest figures for Johnson County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.
Season Dates
Missouri deer season, 2025-2026
Missouri deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Missouri season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Missouri wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.
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