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Deer Hunting in Albemarle County, Virginia
Albemarle County, Virginia hunters harvested 4,015 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 5.6 per square mile, 47th in the state. The county is roughly 6% public land.
Updated September 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
4,015 total deer
Antlered1,788
Antlerless2,227
Public Land
6% public — 26,800 acres
National Park/Monument
14,017 ac
52%
Local/Metropark
10,575 ac
39%
State Park/Recreation
1,244 ac
5%
Other federal
639 ac
2%
Other state
325 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 1,788 | 2,227 | 4,015 |
Harvest source: dwr.virginia.gov
Harvest figures for Albemarle County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.
Season Dates
Virginia deer season, 2025-2026
Virginia deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Virginia season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Virginia wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.
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