Florida Turkey Hunting
Plan your Florida turkey hunt with season dates, license options, and hunting opportunities organized by unit. Browse available private-land hunts and book access directly from landowners.
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Browse private-land turkey hunts across Florida, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Florida Turkey Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Hunt South Of State Road 70
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Youth hunters
South of State Road 70. Youth 15-years-old and younger can harvest turkey, but youth must be supervised by an adult, 18 years or older. Adult supervisors with a hunting license and turkey permit can call in the turkey and otherwise participate in the hunt, but they cannot shoot or shoot at turkey.
Spring Season South Of State Road 70
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South of State Road 70. Gobblers and bearded turkeys only. Shotguns, rifles, pre-charged pneumatic air guns, pistols, muzzleloaders, crossbows or bows may be used. Season and possession limit: 2 for all spring seasons.
Hunt North Of State Road 70
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Youth hunters
North of State Road 70. Youth 15-years-old and younger can harvest turkey, but youth must be supervised by an adult, 18 years or older. Adult supervisors with a hunting license and turkey permit can call in the turkey and otherwise participate in the hunt, but they cannot shoot or shoot at turkey.
Spring Season North Of State Road 70
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North of State Road 70. Gobblers and bearded turkeys only. Shotguns, rifles, pre-charged pneumatic air guns, pistols, muzzleloaders, crossbows or bows may be used. Season and possession limit: 2 for all spring seasons.
Florida Turkey Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Turkey Permit (5-Year) | OTC | — | $50.00 |
5-year permit. Available to residents only. | |||
| Resident Turkey Permit (Annual) | OTC | — | $10.00 |
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonresident Turkey Permit | OTC | — | $125.00 |
Nonresident Annual Hunting License required to purchase. | |||
Other Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Fisheating Creek WMA East Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $175.00 |
Two seven-day hunts; 10 hunters on 3,741 acres. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Fort Drum WMA Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $50.00 |
Three seven-day hunts; five hunters on 20,858 acres. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Green Swamp WMA West Unit Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $100.00 |
34,335 acres divided into three units with eight hunters per unit. Five hunts per unit. Each four-day hunt. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Homosassa WMA Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $175.00 |
Two seven-day hunts; five hunters on 5,675 acres. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Lake George WMA Dexter/Mary Farm Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $175.00 |
14,377 acres divided into three zones with four hunters per zone. Three hunts per zone. Each seven-day hunt. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Lake Panasoffkee WMA Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $100.00 |
Three four-day hunts; 10 hunters on 8,676 acres. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
| Special-Opportunity Permit - Triple N Ranch WMA Spring Turkey | Draw | — | $175.00 |
Three seven-day hunts; 10 hunters on 16,295 acres. $5 non-refundable application fee per application. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Turkey season in Florida occurs in two geographic areas with different timing. South of State Road 70, a youth hunt runs approximately February 27 through March 2, 2026, followed by the spring season from approximately March 7 through April 12, 2026, during which gobblers and bearded turkeys only may be taken with shotguns, rifles, pre-charged pneumatic air guns, pistols, muzzleloaders, crossbows, or bows, with a possession limit of 2 for all spring seasons. North of State Road 70, a youth hunt runs approximately March 13 through March 16, 2026, followed by the spring season from approximately March 21 through April 26, 2026, with the same methods and possession limit. Youth 15 years old and younger may harvest turkey during youth hunts only when supervised by an adult 18 years or older with a hunting license and turkey permit; the adult supervisor may call in the turkey and otherwise participate but cannot shoot or shoot at turkey.
Yes. Nonresidents can hunt turkey in Florida through a Special-Opportunity Permit available by draw.
