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Deer Hunting in Clay County, Iowa
Clay County, Iowa hunters harvested 427 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 0.8 per square mile, 66th in the state. The county is roughly 4% public land.
Updated August 2026
▲ Only 427 tagged deer — interpret rank with caution.
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
427 total deer
Antlered248
Antlerless179
Public Land
4% public — 14,052 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
7,356 ac
52%
Other state
2,327 ac
17%
Other federal
2,109 ac
15%
Local/Metropark
1,934 ac
14%
National Wildlife Refuge
316 ac
2%
State Park/Recreation
10 ac
0%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 248 | 179 | 427 |
Harvest source: iowadnr.gov
Harvest figures for Clay 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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