Deer Hunting in Wise County, Virginia

Wise County, Virginia hunters harvested 1,232 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.1 per square mile, 88th in the state. The county is roughly 17% public land.

Updated September 2026
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
1,232 total deer
Antlered925
Antlerless307
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Density
3.1 deer / sq mi
This county3.1
Virginia avg5.4
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County Rank
#88 of 133
Most harvestLeast harvest
#87 Alleghany County
#88 Wise County
#89 Prince William County
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Public Land
17% public — 44,960 acres
National Forest
37,420 ac
83%
Local/Metropark
6,615 ac
15%
State Park/Recreation
925 ac
2%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20259253071,232

Harvest source: dwr.virginia.gov

Harvest figures for Wise 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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