Turkey Run Wildlife Area

405 acre multi-use hunting, fishing, paddling, and recreation area.

Turkey Run Wildlife Area

2747 Osage Ave
Fairfield, IA 52556

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Park Overview

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.

Amenities

  • Parking lot
  • Hiking trails
  • Canoe & Kayak Creek Access

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Bird watching
  • Fishing (Cedar Creek)
  • Paddling (Cedar Creek)
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hunting

Hunting

  • Deer
  • Turkey
  • Squirrel
  • Rabbit

Map & Directions

2747 Osage Ave
Fairfield, IA 52556

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