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Deer Hunting in Horry County, South Carolina
Horry County, South Carolina hunters harvested 4,237 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.7 per square mile, 42nd in the state. The county is roughly 5% public land.
Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
4,237 total deer
Antlered2,298
Antlerless1,620
Density
3.7 deer / sq mi
This county3.7
South Carolina avg6.4
Public Land
5% public — 38,782 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
23,582 ac
61%
National Wildlife Refuge
13,683 ac
35%
Local/Metropark
1,144 ac
3%
State Park/Recreation
373 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 2,298 | 1,620 | 4,237 |
Harvest source: dnr.sc.gov
Harvest figures for Horry 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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