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Deer Hunting in Amelia County, Virginia

Amelia County, Virginia hunters harvested 2,671 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 7.5 per square mile, 9th in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.

Updated September 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,671 total deer
Antlered1,242
Antlerless1,429
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Density
7.5 deer / sq mi
This county7.5
Virginia avg5.4
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County Rank
#9 of 133
Most harvestLeast harvest
#8 Sussex County
#9 Amelia County
#10 Culpeper County
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Public Land
2% public — 5,024 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
4,440 ac
88%
State Park/Recreation
584 ac
12%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,2421,4292,671

Harvest source: dwr.virginia.gov

Harvest figures for Amelia 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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