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Deer Hunting in Ontario County, New York
Ontario County, New York hunters harvested 5,998 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 9.3 per square mile, 7th in the state. The county is roughly 4% public land.
Updated August 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
5,998 total deer
Antlered2,722
Antlerless3,276
Public Land
4% public — 15,585 acres
State Park/Recreation
7,746 ac
50%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
3,687 ac
24%
Local/Metropark
3,515 ac
23%
Other state
637 ac
4%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 2,722 | 3,276 | 5,998 |
Harvest source: dec.ny.gov
Harvest figures for Ontario County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.
Season Dates
New York deer season, 2025-2026
New York deer and turkey season dates are listed on the New York season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the New York wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.
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