Deer Hunting in Ida County, Iowa

Ida County, Iowa hunters harvested 76 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 0.2 per square mile, 98th in the state. The county is roughly 0% public land.

Updated August 2026
▲ Only 76 tagged deer — interpret rank with caution.
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
76 total deer
Antlered51
Antlerless25
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Density
0.2 deer / sq mi
This county0.2
Iowa avg1.9
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County Rank
#98 of 99
Most harvestLeast harvest
#97 Sioux County
#98 Ida County
#99 Calhoun County
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Public Land
0% public — 555 acres
Local/Metropark
503 ac
91%
State Park/Recreation
52 ac
9%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-2025512576

Harvest source: iowadnr.gov

Harvest figures for Ida 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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