Turkey Run Wildlife Area
At 405 acres, Turkey Run Wildlife Area is the largest public hunting area in Jefferson County. With the Cedar Creek to the North and the Van Buren County line to the south, this area is roughly 90 percent timber providing excellent habitat for wild turkey, deer, squirrels, rabbits and upland game birds.
The park also has a five-acre wetland area developed for waterfowl habitat, a canoe and kayak access to the Cedar Creek, and a mix of prairie, pine tree plantings, and wildlife food plots.
The park is a favorite for local equestrians who enjoy the equestrian primitive camp area and six miles of horseback riding trails. No horseback riding is allowed October 1-January 31 or during spring turkey hunting.
Turkey Run Web Page
Location
Turkey Run Wildlife Area is located on Osage Ave in south-central Jefferson County.
2747 Osage Ave.
Fairfield, IA 52556
Features
- Hunting
- Equestrian trail - bridle path
- Fishing - Cedar Creek
- Boating - canoe access on Cedar Creek.
- Prairie plantings
- Paddling - Cedar Creek
- Hiking
- Bird Watching
- XC skiing
Operating Hours & Seasons
Horse back riding is prohibited during deer and turkey hunting seasons (October through mid-January, and early April through mid-May).
Open Year Round
