Iowa DNR Hunting Atlas
The Iowa DNR has created a hunting atlas for you to view public hunting locations across the state. It is an interactive map that shows all lands (wildlife management areas, state forests, county conservation board management areas, Army Corps of Engineers, habitat and access program and some U.S. Fish and Wildlife refuges) open to public hunting in the state, totaling over 721,806 acres. The hunting atlas also gives basic information about those areas such as: acres, general habitat description, expected species and links to more information and maps, if available. It will also tell a user what hunting zones any area of the state falls into. Check it out to help you plan your next hunt!
Iowa Habitat and Access Program
The Iowa Habitat and Access Program has grown to nearly 29,000 acres, significantly increasing the amount of land available to hunters in Iowa. These opportunities are thanks to landowners who participate in the Iowa Habitat and Access (IHAP) program. Landowners receive funding and expertise for habitat improvements when they enroll in the program, and in turn allow public access to their land for hunting.
Iowa DNR Wildlife Management Areas
Public hunting and wildlife management area maps for additional hunting areas.
Iowa DNR Shooting Ranges
The department offers several public shooting ranges across the state which offer hunters a place to practice shooting safely and conveniently.