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Deer Hunting in Scott County, Iowa
Scott County, Iowa hunters harvested 795 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 1.7 per square mile, 45th in the state. The county is roughly 3% public land.
Updated August 2026
doe-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
795 total deer
Antlered356
Antlerless439
Public Land
3% public — 8,226 acres
Local/Metropark
4,406 ac
54%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
2,399 ac
29%
Other federal
750 ac
9%
National Wildlife Refuge
617 ac
8%
State Park/Recreation
54 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 356 | 439 | 795 |
Harvest source: iowadnr.gov
Harvest figures for Scott 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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