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Iowa Turkey Season and Hunting Information and Regulations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

*All information listed below is disclosed based on research we have conducted. We do our best to ensure that all information is up to date and accurate. However, rules and regulations are changing every day. Please make sure to verify your state-specific regulations prior to your hunt.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa offers some of the best hunting in the Midwest. With a variety of game animals to hunt, including turkey, deer, and a variety of smaller game to hunt, there’s something for everyone. And with a variety of ways to purchase permits and licenses, for residents as well as visiting nonresidents, it’s easy to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has a ton of resources for hunters. Here, you can find information on successful hunting programs, report your harvests and more. So whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just getting started, be sure to check out what Iowa has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The state of Iowa also has a Habitat and Access Program (IHAP) to which incentivizes private land being opened to visiting hunters. This program gives financial and technical assistance to landowners who agree to allow public hunting on their property. Public hunting is possible on properties participating in IHAP from September 1 through May 31 each year. The program started in 2015 and is a huge success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Iowa, you can also use the Hunting Atlas, which is a helpful tool for planning hunts and finding out what’s available in terms of public hunting grounds. The atlas offers information on more than 600,000 acres of hunting land open to the public, as well as specific info on the habitats of different animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa Deer Seasons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Archery (Early Split)<\/td>1-Oct<\/td>2-Dec<\/td><\/tr>
Archery (Late Split)<\/td>19-Dec<\/td>10-Jan<\/td><\/tr>
Muzzleloader (Residents)<\/td>15-Oct<\/td>23-Oct<\/td><\/tr>
Muzzleloader (Nonresidents)<\/td>29-Oct<\/td>6-Nov<\/td><\/tr>
Shotgun (Antlerless)<\/td>11-Nov<\/td>21-Nov<\/td><\/tr>
Shotgun (Buck)<\/td>22-Nov<\/td>10-Dec<\/td><\/tr>
Alternative Methods (Residents)<\/td>17-Dec<\/td>2-Jan<\/td><\/tr>
Alternative Methods (Nonresidents)<\/td>24-Dec<\/td>1-Jan<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Iowa is a state with a rich hunting history and which is known to hosting some great harvests. With that being said, always check the Iowa Department of Natural Resources site<\/a> for specifics before planning your hunt.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa is known for being home to record breaking antlered deer and with over 300,000 acres of land hunters have plenty of opportunity to get the kill. Daily bag limit is one deer per license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doe Tags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During the January Antlerless Only Season each hunter will receive two antlerless deer tags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa Turkey Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Youth Season (Residents)<\/td>Apr 7 – Apr 9<\/td><\/tr>
Season 1<\/td>Apr 10 – Apr 13<\/td><\/tr>
Season 2<\/td>Apr 14 – Apr 18<\/td><\/tr>
Season 3<\/td>Apr 19 – Apr 25<\/td><\/tr>
Season 4<\/td>Apr 26 – May 14<\/td><\/tr>
Resident Archery-Only<\/td>Apr 10 – May 14<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Iowa is a state with a rich hunting history and which is known to hosting some great harvests. With that being said, always check the Iowa Department of Natural Resources site<\/a> for specifics before planning your hunt.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The non-resident hunting fees are really quite high in Iowa. But, they make up for it in the quality and quantity of game species across the state. Iowa has some of the best turkey hunting in the nation. Daily bag and season possession limit are one bearded or male wild turkey for each valid license issued to the hunter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa Small Game and Upland Hunting Seasons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Rooster Pheasant (Youth)<\/td>Oct. 22 – Oct. 23<\/td><\/tr>
Rooster Pheasant<\/td>Oct. 29 – Jan. 10<\/td><\/tr>
Bobwhite Quail<\/td>Oct. 29 – Jan. 31<\/td><\/tr>
Gray Partridge<\/td>Oct. 8 – Jan. 31<\/td><\/tr>
Ruffed Grouse<\/td>Oct. 1 – Jan. 31<\/td><\/tr>
Rabbit (Cottontail)<\/td>Sep. 3 – Feb. 28<\/td><\/tr>
Squirrel (Fox and Gray)<\/td>Sept 3 – Jan 31<\/td><\/tr>
Groundhog<\/td>Open Season<\/td><\/tr>
Crow<\/td>Oct. 15 – Nov. 30,  Jan. 14 – Mar. 31<\/td><\/tr>
Pigeon<\/td>Open Season<\/td><\/tr>
Coyote<\/td>Open Season<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Iowa is a state with a rich hunting history and which is known to hosting some great harvests. With that being said, always check the Iowa Department of Natural Resources site<\/a> for specifics before planning your hunt.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
North Zone Youth Waterfowl<\/td>Sep. 24 – Sep. 25<\/td><\/tr>
Central Zone Youth Waterfowl<\/td>Oct. 1 – Oct. 2<\/td><\/tr>
South Zone Youth Waterfowl<\/td>Oct. 8 – Oct. 9<\/td><\/tr>
North Zone Ducks, Mergansers & Coots<\/td>Oct. 1 – Oct. 7, Oct. 15 – Dec. 6<\/td><\/tr>
Central Zone Ducks, Mergansers & Coots<\/td>Oct. 8 – Oct. 14, Oct. 22 – Dec. 13<\/td><\/tr>
South Zone Ducks, Mergansers & Coots<\/td>Oct. 15 – Oct. 21, Oct. 29 – Dec. 20<\/td><\/tr>
North Zone Dark Geese & Light Geese<\/td>Sep. 24 – Oct. 9, Oct. 15 – Dec. 6, Dec. 10 – Jan. 7<\/td><\/tr>
Central Zone Dark Geese & Light Geese<\/td>Oct. 1 – Oct. 16, Oct. 22 – Dec. 13, Dec. 17 – Jan. 14<\/td><\/tr>
South Zone Dark Geese & Light Geese<\/td>Oct. 8 – Oct. 23, Oct. 29 – Dec. 20, Dec. 24 – Jan. 21<\/td><\/tr>
Special September Teal<\/td>Sep. 1 – Sep. 16<\/td><\/tr>
Doves<\/td>Sep. 1 – Nov. 29<\/td><\/tr>
Snipe<\/td>Sep. 3 – Nov. 30<\/td><\/tr>
Rail<\/td>Sep. 3 – Nov. 12<\/td><\/tr>
Woodcock<\/td>Oct. 1 – Nov. 14<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Iowa is a state with a rich hunting history and which is known to hosting some great harvests. With that being said, always check the Iowa Department of Natural Resources site<\/a> for specifics before planning your hunt.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa Bear Hunting Seasons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although it is not recommended unless Black Bear are exhibiting a direct threat to a person or persons, it is technically legal to harvest a Black Bear by any method or means within the state of Iowa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa has been without a resident bear population for nearly 100 years and does not issue bear tags or hunting licenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa Crossbow Regulations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Iowa is crossbow friendly as long as you are using a regular hunting crossbow, and not a pistol crossbow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n