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Official Iowa Fishing and Hunting Licenses | Go Outdoors Iowa
Purchase your hunting licenses, report your harvest, sign up for a hunter education class, check real time quotas, real time harvests, nonresident deer and turkey tags, and more.
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Eyeing your favorite camping spot?
Book early and save 20% when you make a reservation to camp this spring at a state park or forest.
Reserve online for camping stays between April 1 - May 15, 2026 and get this great deal. We can't wait to see you this camping season!
Free Fishing Weekend: June 5-7
Get hooked on fishing!
Free fishing weekend is a great time to share the fun of fishing with a kid, your family or a friend. Outdoor fun awaits at hundreds of Iowa lakes, thousands of miles of rivers or a neighborhood pond.
Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 5, 6 and 7 as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) free fishing weekend. All other regulations remain in place.
Finding Woodland Wildflowers
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Wildflowers are enticing treasures for wilderness lovers each spring.
Just like the weather, wildflowers can be unpredictable. Get an up-to-date list of woodland wildflowers in bloom in your inbox.
Take It Outside State Park Camps
Come Create Unforgettable Memories!
Sign your kids up for a fun five-day immersive adventure they will never forget. Campers will explore some of the most amazing places in Iowa and build outdoor skills that can last a lifetime.