Massachusetts Turkey Season 2026
Massachusetts turkey season dates start with Oct 5-Nov 28, 2026. The table below keeps every listed turkey row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Massachusetts's listed 2026 turkey season runs Oct 5-Nov 28, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Massachusetts DFW.
Turkey
Wild Turkey
Youth
Youth Turkey Hunt
Zone: Zones 1-13
Wild Turkey
Youth Hunt
Youth Turkey Hunt
Zone: Zones 1-13
Wild Turkey
Spring
Zone: Zones 1-13
Wild Turkey
Fall
Zone: Zones 1-13
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Massachusetts Turkey Season FAQ
When does turkey season open in Massachusetts?
April 25, 2026 is the earliest listed turkey opener in Massachusetts — youth wild turkey runs Apr 25-25, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with Massachusetts DFW.
What are the 2026 turkey season dates in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts lists 4 turkey season windows: Youth Wild Turkey (Apr 25-25, 2026); Youth Hunt Wild Turkey (Apr 25-25, 2026); Spring Wild Turkey (Apr 27-May 23, 2026); Fall Wild Turkey (Oct 5-Nov 28, 2026). Always verify against Massachusetts DFW before hunting.
Are there different turkey seasons in Massachusetts?
Yes — Massachusetts lists separate turkey seasons for Youth Wild Turkey, Youth Hunt Wild Turkey, Spring Wild Turkey, Fall Wild Turkey. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Massachusetts DFW.
Do I need a license to hunt turkey in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and turkey hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Massachusetts DFW.