Hunting & Trapping
Explore the beauty and bounty of hunting and trapping in Iowa, from white-tailed deer to pheasants to migratory game birds.
2025 Hunter Listening Sessions
The DNR is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings where local staff will provide updates on recently completed hunting and trapping seasons, discuss possible changes ...
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2024/25 Iowa Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Regulations
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2024/25 Hunting Seasons and Limits Card
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2024/25 Migratory Game Bird Seasons and Limits Card
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Proposed 2024-25 County Antlerless Quota Changes
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Waterfowl Hunting Map Book
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Chronic Wasting Disease Hunter Guide
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Waterfowl Hunting Zone Maps
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Additional Requirements & Information
Hunting information by Critter
Hunters, Report Your Harvest
Share your harvest numbers online, or call 1-800-771-4692 or text your registration number and follow the prompts! Or, check current harvest reports by county.
EHD & Bluetongue Reporting
Hunters and landowners that suspect hemorrhagic disease-related deer mortalities are encouraged to report their observations using the EHD/Bluetongue Reporting Tool. Or, see a dashboard of annual reports.
Reporting this information leads to a better understanding of where and how these diseases are affecting Iowa's deer population.