Deer Hunting in Barnwell County, South Carolina

Barnwell County, South Carolina hunters harvested 3,266 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 6.0 per square mile, 30th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
3,266 total deer
Antlered1,452
Antlerless1,678
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Density
6.0 deer / sq mi
This county6.0
South Carolina avg6.4
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County Rank
#30 of 46
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Public Land
0% public — 948 acres
State Park/Recreation
469 ac
49%
Local/Metropark
217 ac
23%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
196 ac
21%
Other state
66 ac
7%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,4521,6783,266

Harvest source: dnr.sc.gov

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

Season Dates
South Carolina deer season, 2025-2026

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

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