Connor Merritt

When it comes to agility and leaping prowess, deer are quite impressive. These graceful creatures can jump as high as 8 to 10 feet in a single bound! Whether it’s escaping predators, navigating their woodland habitats, or jumping over your “short” six-foot fence, deer can use their incredible jumping skills in a variety of situations. Let’s dive into some amazing video examples that highlight just how high can deer jump.

Watch How High Can Deer Jump

A Herd of Deer Jumps on the BMW 5 Series: Watch as a group of deer leap over a BMW 5 Series that slams on the brakes on a remote straightaway; fortunately, the car didn’t take much damage and it doesn’t look like any deer were seriously injured.

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Deer Jump 12-point Whitetail: This video captures a majestic 12-point Whitetail deer showcasing its powerful jump in slow motion, providing one of the best pieces of video evidence that demonstrates how high can deer jump.

Deer Jumping 7 Foot Fence: See a determined deer effortlessly clear a 7-foot fence without any run-up, demonstrating the incredible vertical leap that allows them to overcome barriers in their path.

Two Fawns Watch Mother Deer Jump Fence: In a heartwarming scene, two fawns curiously watch their mother gracefully jump over a fence, learning the art of leaping from the best.

Amazing How High Can Deer Jump!: This video shows many deer making speedy and impressive jumps over a busy road, proving that deer — not chickens — are the real animals that want to cross the road.

These videos illustrate the remarkable athletic abilities of deer. So next time you’re in the woods, keep an eye out — you might just witness one of these amazing jumps firsthand!

Find more deer-related articles on iSportsmanUSA. If you ever wanted to know exactly what deer do (and do not eat), read this article where we list normal foods and common misconceptions about their diet.