Rhode Island Turkey Season 2026
Rhode Island turkey season dates start with Apr 20-26, 2026. The table below keeps every listed turkey row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Rhode Island's listed 2026 spring turkey season runs Apr 20-26, 2026.
Paraplegic Wild Turkey opens Apr 25, 2026 and closes Apr 26, 2026.
Spring Wild Turkey opens Apr 30, 2026 and closes May 24, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Rhode Island DEM.
Turkey
Wild Turkey
Fall Archery
No firearms during fall archery season
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Youth
Youth hunters ages 12-17; no more than 1 turkey on state lands during spring season
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Paraplegic
Limited to paraplegic hunters; spring turkey permit required; no more than 1 on state land
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Spring
No more than 1 turkey on state lands; each turkey requires individual permit; crossbows now legal
Zone: Statewide
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Rhode Island Turkey Season FAQ
When does turkey season open in Rhode Island?
October 1, 2025 is the earliest listed turkey opener in Rhode Island — fall archery wild turkey runs Oct 1-31, 2025. Confirm zone and permit details with Rhode Island DEM.
What are the 2026 turkey season dates in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island lists 4 turkey season windows: Fall Archery Wild Turkey (Oct 1-31, 2025); Youth Wild Turkey (Apr 20-26, 2026); Paraplegic Wild Turkey (Apr 25-26, 2026); Spring Wild Turkey (Apr 30-May 24, 2026). Always verify against Rhode Island DEM before hunting.
Are there different turkey seasons in Rhode Island?
Yes — Rhode Island lists separate turkey seasons for Fall Archery Wild Turkey, Youth Wild Turkey, Paraplegic Wild Turkey, Spring Wild Turkey. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Rhode Island DEM.
Do I need a license to hunt turkey in Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and turkey hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Rhode Island DEM.