Arizona Turkey Season 2026
Arizona turkey season dates start with Oct 2-8, 2026. The table below keeps every listed turkey row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Arizona's listed 2026 turkey season runs Oct 2-8, 2026.
Youth-Only Nonpermit-tag (Limited Weapon-Shotgun) Turkey opens Oct 2, 2026 and closes Oct 12, 2026.
Youth-Only Nonpermit-Tag (Shotgun) Wild Turkey opens Oct 2, 2026 and closes Oct 12, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Arizona Game & Fish Dept..
Turkey
24 listed rowsTurkey
Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot
Hunt numbers 4501-4512. Total 3,275 permits. Draw required.
Zone: Units 1, 3C, 4A/4B, 5A, 5B South, 6A, 6B, 7, 8/10, 12A, 23, 27
Turkey
Youth-Only Nonpermit-tag (Limited Weapon-Shotgun)
Youth-only nonpermit-tag. Purchasable OTC from license dealer or Department office.
Zone: Units 1, 4A, 4B, 6A, 27 (Oct 2-8); Unit 12A (Oct 2-12)
Wild Turkey
Youth-Only Nonpermit-Tag (Shotgun)
Youth-only turkey: Oct 2-8 for units 1/4A/4B/6A/27; Oct 2-12 for Unit 12A. Nonpermit-tag purchased over the counter.
Zone: Units 1, 4A, 4B, 6A, 12A, 27
Wild Turkey
Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot (General)
Fall turkey general season. Shotgun shooting shot, crossbow, or bow and arrow only. 3,275 total permits.
Zone: Units 1, 3C, 4A/4B, 5A, 5B South, 6A, 6B, 7, 8/10, 12A, 23, 27
Merriam's Turkey
Archery Only
Spring Archery-Only for Merriam's Turkey: May 9–22, 2025. Gould's Turkey archery dates not specified.
Zone: Spring
Merriam's Turkey
Archery-Only (Spring)
Spring Archery-Only for Merriam's Turkey: May 9–22, 2025. Gould's Turkey dates not specified.
Merriam's Turkey
Archery Permit-tag (Military)
7 permits for military, 3 for others. Draw required.
Zone: Camp Navajo in Unit 6B
Merriam's Turkey
Archery-Only (Hunt Permit-Tag)
Military and other permit holders only. 10 total permits.
Zone: Camp Navajo in Unit 6B
Turkey
Youth Non-Permit Tag Limited Weapon Shotgun
Youth Only Non-Permit Tag (Limited Weapon Shotgun Shooting): April 18–24 and May 9–22, 2025.
Zone: Spring
Turkey
Youth Limited Weapon Shotgun (Spring)
Youth Only Limited Weapon Shotgun Shooting Shot: April 18–24 and May 9–22, 2025.
Turkey
Youth Non-Permit Tag Limited Weapon Shotgun (Spring)
Youth Only Non-Permit Tag (Limited Weapon Shotgun Shooting): April 18–24 and May 9–22, 2025.
Turkey
Youth Limited Weapon Shotgun
Youth Only Limited Weapon Shotgun Shooting Shot: April 18–24 and May 9–22, 2025.
Zone: Spring
| Season | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| TurkeyLimited Weapon Shotgun · SpringSpring season. Dates vary by subspecies and Hunt Number: April 25–May 1, May 2–22, or May 9–22, 2025. | Closed | |
| TurkeyLimited Weapon-Shotgun (Spring)Spring season. Dates vary by subspecies and Hunt Number: April 25–May 1, May 2–22, or May 9–22, 2025. | Closed | |
| TurkeyArchery Nonpermit Tag (Fall)Fall Archery Nonpermit Tag. | Closed | |
| TurkeyArchery Nonpermit Tag · FallFall Archery Nonpermit Tag. | Closed | |
| TurkeyArchery Permit Tag (Fall)Fall Archery Permit Tag. | Closed | |
| TurkeyArchery Permit Tag · FallFall Archery Permit Tag. | Closed | |
| TurkeyLimited Weapon Shotgun · FallFall Limited Weapon Shotgun season. | Closed | |
| TurkeyYouth · FallFall Youth: October 3–9 or October 3–13, 2025. | Closed | |
| TurkeyLimited Weapon Shotgun (Fall)Fall Limited Weapon Shotgun. | Closed | |
| TurkeyYouth (Fall)Fall Youth: October 3–9 or October 3–13, 2025. | Closed | |
| TurkeyArchery Nonpermit-tag · Units 1, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B (except Camp Navajo), 7, 8, 10, 11M, 12A, 23, 27Archery-only nonpermit-tag turkey. OTC purchase required. | Closed | |
| Wild TurkeyArchery-Only (Nonpermit-Tag) · Units 1, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B (except Camp Navajo), 7, 8, 10, 11M, 12A, 23, 27Archery-only fall turkey nonpermit-tag. Bow and arrow or crossbow only. | Closed |
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Arizona Turkey Season FAQ
When does turkey season open in Arizona?
April 18, 2025 is the earliest listed turkey opener in Arizona — youth non-permit tag limited weapon shotgun turkey runs Apr 18-May 22, 2025. Confirm zone and permit details with Arizona Game & Fish Dept..
What are the 2026 turkey season dates in Arizona?
Arizona lists 24 turkey season windows: Archery Only Merriam's Turkey (May 9-22, 2025); Archery-Only (Spring) Merriam's Turkey (May 9-22, 2025); Archery Permit-tag (Military) Merriam's Turkey (Aug 28-Sep 10, 2026); Archery-Only (Hunt Permit-Tag) Merriam's Turkey (Aug 28-Sep 10, 2026); Youth Non-Permit Tag Limited Weapon Shotgun Turkey (Apr 18-May 22, 2025); Youth Limited Weapon Shotgun (Spring) Turkey (Apr 18-May 22, 2025); Youth Non-Permit Tag Limited Weapon Shotgun (Spring) Turkey (Apr 18-May 22, 2025); Youth Limited Weapon Shotgun Turkey (Apr 18-May 22, 2025); and more. Always verify against Arizona Game & Fish Dept. before hunting.
Are there different turkey seasons in Arizona?
Yes — Arizona lists separate turkey seasons for Archery Only Merriam's Turkey, Archery-Only (Spring) Merriam's Turkey, Archery Permit-tag (Military) Merriam's Turkey, Archery-Only (Hunt Permit-Tag) Merriam's Turkey, Youth Non-Permit Tag Limited Weapon Shotgun Turkey, Youth Limited Weapon Shotgun (Spring) Turkey. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Arizona Game & Fish Dept..
Do I need a license to hunt turkey in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and turkey hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Arizona Game & Fish Dept..