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Deer Hunting in Kossuth County, Iowa
Kossuth County, Iowa hunters harvested 379 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 0.4 per square mile, 87th in the state. The county is roughly 3% public land.
Updated August 2026
▲ Only 379 tagged deer — interpret rank with caution.
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
379 total deer
Antlered229
Antlerless150
Public Land
3% public — 16,524 acres
Other federal
7,097 ac
43%
National Wildlife Refuge
5,977 ac
36%
Local/Metropark
1,987 ac
12%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
886 ac
5%
State Park/Recreation
447 ac
3%
Other state
130 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 229 | 150 | 379 |
Harvest source: iowadnr.gov
Harvest figures for Kossuth 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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