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Deer Hunting in Buena Vista County, Iowa
Buena Vista County, Iowa hunters harvested 134 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 0.2 per square mile, 96th in the state. The county is roughly 1% public land.
Updated August 2026
▲ Only 134 tagged deer — interpret rank with caution.
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
134 total deer
Antlered96
Antlerless38
Public Land
1% public — 5,181 acres
Other state
3,248 ac
63%
Local/Metropark
1,014 ac
20%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
715 ac
14%
Other federal
137 ac
3%
State Park/Recreation
67 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 96 | 38 | 134 |
Harvest source: iowadnr.gov
Harvest figures for Buena Vista County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.
Season Dates
Iowa deer season, 2025-2026
Iowa deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Iowa season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Iowa wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.
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