Public Deer Hunting Opportunities by State
Explore public land deer hunting across all U.S. regions. Discover the best states for whitetail and mule deer based on terrain, access, and season options.
Colorado supports strong mule deer populations with access to public BLM and national forest lands across the western half of the state.
Montana offers both whitetail and mule deer hunting. General-season licenses are available, with vast public land and mountain access.
Home to healthy mule deer herds, Idaho also provides solid public land access through its national forests and state land programs.
One of the top public land whitetail destinations in the Midwest. National forests and state lands offer varied terrain and long seasons.