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Deer Hunting in Stafford County, Virginia
Stafford County, Virginia hunters harvested 973 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.6 per square mile, 83rd in the state. The county is roughly 7% public land.
Updated September 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
973 total deer
Antlered447
Antlerless526
Public Land
7% public — 11,319 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
5,741 ac
51%
Local/Metropark
2,919 ac
26%
State Park/Recreation
2,121 ac
19%
Other federal
478 ac
4%
Other state
60 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 447 | 526 | 973 |
Harvest source: dwr.virginia.gov
Harvest figures for Stafford 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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