California Turkey Season 2026-27
California turkey season dates start with Nov 14-Dec 13, 2026. The table below keeps every listed turkey row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
California's listed 2026-27 spring turkey season runs Mar 20-21, 2027.
Fall General Wild Turkey opens Nov 14, 2026 and closes Dec 13, 2026.
Spring General Wild Turkey opens Mar 27, 2027 and closes May 2, 2027.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to California CDFW.
Turkey
Wild Turkey
Fall General
Possession limit is 2 per season.
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Spring Junior
Additional Junior season also includes May 3-16, 2027.
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Spring General
Possession limit is 3 per season, combined.
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Spring Archery Only
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Spring Junior
Additional Junior season second period.
Zone: Statewide
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California Turkey Season FAQ
When does turkey season open in California?
November 14, 2026 is the earliest listed turkey opener in California — fall general wild turkey runs Nov 14-Dec 13, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with California CDFW.
What are the 2026-27 turkey season dates in California?
California lists 5 turkey season windows: Fall General Wild Turkey (Nov 14-Dec 13, 2026); Spring Junior Wild Turkey (Mar 20-21, 2027); Spring General Wild Turkey (Mar 27-May 2, 2027); Spring Archery Only Wild Turkey (May 3-16, 2027); Spring Junior Wild Turkey (May 3-16, 2027). Always verify against California CDFW before hunting.
Are there different turkey seasons in California?
Yes — California lists separate turkey seasons for Fall General Wild Turkey, Spring Junior Wild Turkey, Spring General Wild Turkey, Spring Archery Only Wild Turkey. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and California CDFW.
Do I need a license to hunt turkey in California?
Yes. California generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and turkey hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with California CDFW.