Waupaca County, Wisconsin Deer Movement Today
Waupaca County mixes farm ground, lakes and river bottoms in east-central Wisconsin. It was second in the state for deer registered last season. See how deer are moving today before you head to the stand.
Good — A solid day to hunt. Pick the strongest window below and match it to your wind.
Today, Sunday, October 25, 2026 · Scored for the county seat ZIP. Your own spot can differ, so run your ZIP below.
Check today's deer movement score for Waupaca (54981) →Legal hunting hours today
Today's legal hunting hours for Waupaca are not available right now. Check the Wisconsin deer season dates page and the state agency before you hunt.
Today's sit windows
6:59 AM – 9:14 AM
Good · 77/100
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Fair · 43/100
4:06 PM – 6:21 PM
Good · 73/100
Hunting Waupaca County
Public ground: Hartman Creek State Park, about 1,500 acres near the Chain O'Lakes; hunting and fishing licenses apply.
Public ground: Navarino Wildlife Area, 15,000+ acres of state land, reaches into northeast Waupaca County.
Rut timing: our 2026 estimate puts the Wisconsin rut start at Nov 7, two weeks before the Nov 21 gun opener.
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