Iowa Waterfowl Season 2026-27
Opens in 6 daysIowa's waterfowl season opens 2026-10-03 and closes 2026-12-22.
Last verified September 25, 2026Iowa wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 6 days
North Zone
Regular (segment 1)
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- October 9, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 13 days
Central Zone
Regular (segment 1)
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- October 16, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 20 days
North Zone
Regular (segment 2)
- Opens
- October 17, 2026
- Closes
- December 8, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 20 days
South Zone
Regular (segment 1)
- Opens
- October 17, 2026
- Closes
- October 23, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 27 days
Central Zone
Regular (segment 2)
- Opens
- October 24, 2026
- Closes
- December 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 34 days
South Zone
Regular (segment 2)
- Opens
- October 31, 2026
- Closes
- December 22, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
Iowa's waterfowl season opens 2026-10-03 and closes 2026-12-22.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.