Duck season in Iowa runs Sep 19 – Dec 28 across 3 Zones.
| Zone | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central | Central Zone | Oct 3 — Dec 21 | — | — | — |
| North | North Zone | Sep 19 — Dec 7 | — | — | — |
| South | South Zone | Oct 10 — Dec 28 | — | — | — |
Duck season in Iowa currently runs Sep 19 to Dec 28, across 3 season rows and 3 Zones, split by weapon (Shotgun).
The best Zones for duck in Iowa depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per Zone above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.
View Zone boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.
Also see Iowa seasons, public land, and license.