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Deer Hunting in Frederick County, Virginia
Frederick County, Virginia hunters harvested 2,567 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 6.2 per square mile, 31st in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.
Updated September 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
2,567 total deer
Antlered1,209
Antlerless1,358
Public Land
2% public — 6,359 acres
National Forest
5,162 ac
81%
Local/Metropark
673 ac
11%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
301 ac
5%
State Park/Recreation
144 ac
2%
Other federal
79 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 1,209 | 1,358 | 2,567 |
Harvest source: dwr.virginia.gov
Harvest figures for Frederick 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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