Missouri Howell Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
Missouri Howell
Updated May 7, 2026
At a Glance
928Square Miles
10%Public Land
860 - 1430Elevation Range
Quick Tips
GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate this area
The dates leading up to the rut will see more daylight activity from bucks than other periods
Private lands typically offer the best chances at big bucks, but some big bucks come off public
Howell County sits deep in south-central Missouri and is dominated by big timber, steep ridges, and rocky draws. The cover here is thick and expansive, giving deer plenty of room to avoid pressure. Success in this county often comes down to understanding elevation and tracking movement through saddles, benches, and timber funnels that connect feeding and bedding areas.
