Iowa consistently produces record-class white-tailed deer and is widely considered one of the best trophy whitetail destinations in the country. Pheasant and waterfowl hunting are also excellent across its agricultural prairies.
| GMU | Weapon | Season | Harvest | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | Archery | Oct 1 — Dec 5 | — | — |
| Zone 1 | Muzzleloader | Oct 11 — Oct 19 | — | — |
| Zone 1 | Shotgun | Dec 6 — Dec 10 | — | — |
| Zone 1 | Shotgun | Dec 13 — Dec 21 | — | — |
| Zone 1 | Muzzleloader | Dec 22 — Jan 10 | — | — |
| Zone 2 | Archery | Oct 1 — Dec 5 | — | — |
+ 39 more Deer seasons
| GMU | Weapon | Season | Harvest | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | Shotgun | Oct 13 — Dec 5 | — | — |
| Zone 1 | Shotgun | Apr 13 — May 17 | — | — |
| Zone 2 | Shotgun | Oct 13 — Dec 5 | — | — |
| Zone 2 | Shotgun | Apr 13 — May 17 | — | — |
| Zone 3 | Shotgun | Oct 13 — Dec 5 | — | — |
| Zone 3 | Shotgun | Apr 13 — May 17 | — | — |
+ 12 more Turkey seasons
Always verify season dates and regulations with the official state wildlife agency:
Iowa Official Hunting Regulations →See GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas for Iowa on our interactive hunting map.
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