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Deer Hunting in Steuben County, New York
Steuben County, New York hunters harvested 15,595 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 11.2 per square mile, 4th in the state. The county is roughly 4% public land.
Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
15,595 total deer
Antlered7,787
Antlerless7,808
Public Land
4% public — 31,797 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
23,984 ac
75%
State Park/Recreation
5,199 ac
16%
Local/Metropark
2,603 ac
8%
Other state
11 ac
0%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 7,787 | 7,808 | 15,595 |
Harvest source: dec.ny.gov
Harvest figures for Steuben 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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