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2026 Turkey Season Dates for Every State (Compl...
Every spring, turkey hunters across the country start asking the same question:
“When does turkey season open?”
Because turkey season dates vary by state and sometimes by region within each state, it can be difficult to find all the information in one place. This guide lists the 2026 spring turkey season opening and closing dates for every U.S. state so YOU can plan your season.
Whether you’re hunting close to home or planning a destination hunt, knowing the season dates ahead of time helps you prepare your gear, scout the terrain and get ready for that thunderous opening morning.
2026 Spring Turkey Season Dates by State
|
State |
Season Open |
Season Close |
|---|---|---|
|
Alabama |
Mar 25 |
May 8 |
|
Alaska |
No Huntable Turkey Population |
|
|
Arizona |
Apr 24 |
May 28 |
|
Arkansas |
Apr 20 |
May 10 |
|
California |
Mar 28 |
May 3 |
|
Colorado |
Apr 11 |
May 31 |
|
Connecticut |
Apr 29 |
May 30 |
|
Delaware |
Apr 11 |
May 9 |
|
Florida |
Mar 7 (South) / Mar 21 (North) |
Apr 26 |
|
Georgia |
Mar 28 |
May 15 |
|
Hawaii |
Mar 1 |
Apr 15 |
|
Idaho |
Apr 15 |
May 25 |
|
Illinois |
Apr 6 |
Apr 29 |
|
Indiana |
Apr 22 |
May 10 |
|
Iowa |
Apr 13 |
May 17 |
|
Kansas |
Apr 6 |
May 31 |
|
Kentucky |
Apr 18 |
May 10 |
|
Louisiana |
Apr 4 |
May 3 |
|
Maine |
May 4 |
Jun 6 |
|
Maryland |
Apr 18 |
May 23 |
|
Massachusetts |
Apr 27 |
May 23 |
|
Michigan |
Apr 18 |
May 31 |
|
Minnesota |
Apr 15 |
May 31 |
|
Mississippi |
Mar 15 |
May 1 |
|
Missouri |
Apr 20 |
May 10 |
|
Montana |
Apr 15 |
May 31 |
|
Nebraska |
Mar 25 |
May 31 |
|
Nevada |
Apr 25 |
May 31 |
|
New Hampshire |
May 1 |
May 31 |
|
New Jersey |
Apr 20 |
May 22 |
|
New Mexico |
Apr 15 |
May 15 |
|
New York |
May 1 |
May 31 |
|
North Carolina |
Apr 4 |
May 9 |
|
North Dakota |
Apr 11 |
May 31 |
|
Ohio |
Apr 25 |
May 24 |
|
Oklahoma |
Apr 6 |
May 6 |
|
Oregon |
Apr 15 |
May 31 |
|
Pennsylvania |
May 2 |
May 30 |
|
Rhode Island |
Apr 25 |
May 31 |
|
South Carolina |
Apr 3 |
May 3 |
|
South Dakota |
Apr 11 |
May 31 |
|
Tennessee |
Apr 11 |
May 24 |
|
Texas |
Mar 14 |
May 14 |
|
Utah |
Apr 11 |
May 31 |
|
Vermont |
May 1 |
May 31 |
|
Virginia |
Apr 11 |
May 16 |
|
Washington |
Apr 15 |
May 31 |
|
West Virginia |
Apr 20 |
May 16 |
|
Wisconsin |
Apr 15 |
May 26 |
|
Wyoming |
Apr 1 |
May 31 |
Important Notes:
While the table above shows the general spring turkey seasons, many states also have:
-
Youth turkey seasons
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Archery only hunts
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Different hunting zones
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Limited draw units
Always check with the state wildlife agency before hunting to confirm:
-
exact season dates
-
bag limits
-
legal hunting equipment
Planning Your Turkey Season
Turkey hunting is one of the most exciting hunts in North America. The anticipation of opening morning, hearing the first gobble on the roost, and calling in a longbeard are moments hunters remember for a lifetime.
Many hunters travel between states to extend their season. With seasons running from early March through early June, it’s possible to hunt turkeys for nearly three straight months if you plan carefully.
Preserving the Memory of Your Turkey Hunt
For many hunters, the fan, beard, and spurs from a successful hunt become a permanent display in the home or hunting cabin.
But those trophies rarely capture the full story of the hunt.
Photos from the morning.
The video of the gobbler strutting into range.
The story behind the hunt.
That’s why many hunters use Memory Mount's Turkey Fan Smart Mount to preserve their trophies. Memory Mount allow hunters to store photos, videos, and the story of their hunt directly with their mount. With a simple tap from a smartphone, the entire hunt can be relived. Keep those hunts organized and a your fingertip. Gone are the days are sifting through hundreds or thousands of photos and videos to find that Spring of 2022's gobbler you bagged to tell your friend about.
Because the best part of the hunt isn’t just the trophy... it’s the memory behind it.