Deer Hunting in Johnston County, North Carolina

Johnston County, North Carolina hunters harvested 2,716 deer in the 2025-2026 season, about 3.4 per square mile, 63rd in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,716 total deer
Antlered1,471
Antlerless1,245
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Density
3.4 deer / sq mi
This county3.4
North Carolina avg4.2
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County Rank
#63 of 100
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Public Land
2% public — 11,610 acres
Other state
8,060 ac
69%
Local/Metropark
2,606 ac
22%
State Park/Recreation
706 ac
6%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
238 ac
2%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2025-20261,4711,2452,716

Harvest source: ncwildlife.gov

Harvest figures for Johnston County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.

Season Dates
North Carolina deer season, 2025-2026

North Carolina deer and turkey season dates are listed on the North Carolina season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the North Carolina wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.

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