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Deer Hunting in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
Cerro Gordo County, Iowa hunters harvested 583 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 1.0 per square mile, 60th in the state. The county is roughly 4% public land.
Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
583 total deer
Antlered294
Antlerless289
Public Land
4% public — 14,118 acres
Other federal
5,437 ac
39%
Local/Metropark
3,671 ac
26%
Other state
3,630 ac
26%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
1,220 ac
9%
State Park/Recreation
160 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 294 | 289 | 583 |
Harvest source: iowadnr.gov
Harvest figures for Cerro Gordo 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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