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Deer Hunting in Orange County, New York
Orange County, New York hunters harvested 4,753 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 5.9 per square mile, 24th in the state. The county is roughly 19% public land.
Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
4,753 total deer
Antlered2,581
Antlerless2,172
Public Land
19% public — 96,711 acres
State Park/Recreation
62,995 ac
65%
Local/Metropark
18,639 ac
19%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
9,882 ac
10%
Other federal
2,786 ac
3%
Other state
1,791 ac
2%
National Wildlife Refuge
618 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 2,581 | 2,172 | 4,753 |
Harvest source: dec.ny.gov
Harvest figures for Orange 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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