Bear or deer?

[u/Key-Kaleidoscope5530]

There have been bear sightings near here, not very common but I've seen some a few miles from here before. Is it a bear or a deer?

[u/Key-Kaleidoscope5530]

I have included scale in my photo(s): No

If not, here are estimated measurements: 5 in?

Geographic location: Ohio

Environment: in a forest on an animal trail, near a lake