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Deer Hunting in Lee County, North Carolina
Lee County, North Carolina hunters harvested 704 deer in the 2025-2026 season, about 2.8 per square mile, 75th in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.
Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
704 total deer
Antlered361
Antlerless343
Density
2.8 deer / sq mi
This county2.8
North Carolina avg4.2
Public Land
2% public — 3,600 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
1,375 ac
38%
Other state
1,080 ac
30%
Local/Metropark
760 ac
21%
State Park/Recreation
385 ac
11%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 361 | 343 | 704 |
Harvest source: ncwildlife.gov
Harvest figures for Lee 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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