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Iowa Walleye Bag Limits

Complete bag limit guide for walleye in Iowa.

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Iowa Walleye Bag Limits

Complete bag limit information for walleye in Iowa. Find daily limits, possession limits, size limits, and special regulations.

Daily: 5 Size: 15" minimum

Walleye

Fish

Iowa bag limits and regulations

Daily Limit

5

per day

Possession Limit

-

at any time

Season Limit

-

per season

Size Limit

15" minimum

minimum length

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Iowa Walleye FAQ

Common questions about walleye bag limits in Iowa

What are the walleye limits in Iowa?

Iowa walleye: daily 5, size 15" minimum.

What Iowa-wide rules apply when hunting walleye?

Iowa produces giant whitetails. Non-resident draw is highly competitive - apply for years.

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Official Source

Iowa Department of Natural Resources

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