Deer Hunting in Washington County, Wisconsin

Washington County, Wisconsin hunters harvested 3,364 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 7.8 per square mile, 23rd in the state. The county is roughly 6% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
3,364 total deer
Antlered1,554
Antlerless1,810
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Density
7.8 deer / sq mi
This county7.8
Wisconsin avg6.2
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County Rank
#23 of 72
Most harvestLeast harvest
#22 Buffalo County
#23 Washington County
#24 Wood County
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Public Land
6% public — 16,319 acres
State Park/Recreation
13,546 ac
83%
Local/Metropark
2,477 ac
15%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
296 ac
2%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20251,5541,8103,364

Harvest source: dnr.wisconsin.gov

Harvest figures for Washington County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.

Season Dates
Wisconsin deer season, 2025-2026

Wisconsin deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Wisconsin season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Wisconsin wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.

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