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Deer Hunting in Wayne County, New York
Wayne County, New York hunters harvested 5,204 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 8.6 per square mile, 9th in the state. The county is roughly 6% public land.
Updated August 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
5,204 total deer
Antlered2,323
Antlerless2,881
Public Land
6% public — 21,236 acres
State Park/Recreation
14,295 ac
67%
National Wildlife Refuge
4,365 ac
21%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
1,443 ac
7%
Local/Metropark
1,133 ac
5%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 2,323 | 2,881 | 5,204 |
Harvest source: dec.ny.gov
Harvest figures for Wayne 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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