Shooting Regulations

In Iowa, it is illegal to fire any rifle on or over any state:

• Public highway
• Railroad right-of-way
• Waters

You may not shoot any of the following over a public roadway:

• Shotgun shooting a slug
• Pistol
• Revolver

Other Highway Restrictions

• You may not fire a rifle or a handgun from a highway. This includes muzzleloading rifles and muskets.
• You may not discharge a shotgun shooting slugs from a highway north of U.S. 30 while deer hunting.