Deer Hunting in Washington County, Missouri

Washington County, Missouri hunters harvested 2,485 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.3 per square mile, 83rd in the state. The county is roughly 21% public land.

Updated September 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
2,485 total deer
Antlered1,123
Antlerless1,362
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Density
3.3 deer / sq mi
This county3.3
Missouri avg4.0
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County Rank
#83 of 115
Most harvestLeast harvest
#82 McDonald County
#83 Washington County
#84 Taney County
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Public Land
21% public — 103,394 acres
National Forest
88,492 ac
86%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
11,174 ac
11%
State Park/Recreation
3,728 ac
4%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,1231,3622,485

Harvest source: mdc.mo.gov

Harvest figures for Washington 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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