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Deer Hunting in Suffolk County, New York
Suffolk County, New York hunters harvested 2,973 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.3 per square mile, 40th in the state. The county is roughly 21% public land.
Updated August 2026
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Harvest Split
2,973 total deer
Antlered1,426
Antlerless1,547
Public Land
21% public — 121,909 acres
Local/Metropark
55,301 ac
45%
State Park/Recreation
32,402 ac
27%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
23,165 ac
19%
National Wildlife Refuge
6,457 ac
5%
Other federal
2,911 ac
2%
Other state
1,597 ac
1%
Military
76 ac
0%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 1,426 | 1,547 | 2,973 |
Harvest source: dec.ny.gov
Harvest figures for Suffolk 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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