Kansas Turkey Hunting
Plan your Kansas 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 Kansas, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Unit 1
Kansas residents can purchase a turkey permit over the counter, but non-residents must apply for the lottery draw. Kansas Turkey unit 1 is located in the northwest part of the state. Turkey hunters will most likely find Rios in this unit.
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Unit 2
Kansas residents can purchase a turkey permit over the counter, but non-residents must apply for the lottery draw. Kansas Turkey unit 2 is located in northcentral Kansas. Turkey hunters will most likely find Rios in this unit.
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Unit 3
Kansas residents can purchase a turkey permit over the counter, but non-residents must apply for the lottery draw. Kansas Turkey unit 3 is located in the northeastern part of the state. Turkey hunters have the chance to find Rios, Hybrids, and Easterns in this unit.
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Unit 4
Turkey Unit 4 is for Kansas Residents Only via a special draw for permits. The unit is located in the southwestern part of Kansas. Turkey hunters will most likely find Rios in this part of the state with the occasional Hybrid. Turkey hunters may also encounter Easterns in Edwards county.
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Unit 5
Kansas residents can purchase a turkey permit over the counter, but non-residents must apply for the lottery draw. Kansas Turkey unit 5 is located in southcentral Kansas. Turkey hunters will most likely see Rios in this part of the state. Turkey hunters may also encounter Easterns in Edwards county.
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Unit 6
Kansas residents can purchase a turkey permit over the counter, but non-residents must apply for the lottery draw. Kansas Turkey unit 6 is located in the southeastern part of the state. Turkey hunters have the chance to find Rios, Hybrids, and Easterns in this unit.
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Kansas Turkey Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Youth/Disabled Season
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Youth and disabled hunters; 17 or younger
Archery
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Regular
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Kansas Turkey Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Unit 4 Spring Turkey Permit | DrawJanuary 13, 2026 – February 13, 2026 | — | $32.50Includes $7.50 application fee |
General Resident; only valid in Unit 4. Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Unit 4 Landowner/Tenant Spring Turkey Permit | DrawJanuary 13, 2026 – February 13, 2026 | Landowner; Tenant | $20.00Includes $7.50 application fee |
Reduced price. Only valid in Unit 4. Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Resident Turkey Permit | — | — | $27.50 |
| Landowner/Tenant Turkey Permit | — | Landowner; Tenant | $15.00 |
| Youth Turkey Permit | — | Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger | $7.50 |
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonresident Spring Turkey Permit | DrawJanuary 13, 2026 – February 13, 2026 | Landowner | $87.50Includes $10.00 application fee |
Online application only. Permit only valid in unit drawn. Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Nonresident Youth Spring Turkey Permit | DrawJanuary 13, 2026 – February 13, 2026 | Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger | $22.50Includes $10.00 application fee |
Reduced price. Permit only valid in unit drawn. Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Unit 4 Nonresident Tenant Spring Turkey Permit | DrawJanuary 13, 2026 – February 13, 2026 | Tenant | $37.50Includes $7.50 application fee |
Reduced price. Only valid in Unit 4. Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Nonresident Turkey Permit | — | — | $87.50 |
January application. | |||
| Nonresident Tenant Turkey Permit | OTC | Tenant | $32.50 |
Over the counter. | |||
| Nonresident Youth Turkey Permit | — | Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger | $22.50 |
January application. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Kansas spring turkey season generally runs from April 1 through May 31, 2026. Approximate dates are April 1–14 for youth and disabled hunters, April 6–14 for the archery season, and April 15–May 31 for the regular season.
Yes. Nonresidents can apply for a Kansas Spring Turkey Permit through the draw. Applications open January 13 and close February 13, 2026.
Yes, for residents. Kansas offers over-the-counter Spring Turkey Permits to resident hunters. Nonresident spring turkey permits use the draw.
Applications for Kansas Spring Turkey Permits open January 13 and close February 13, 2026. The draw includes nonresident permits and a resident permit valid only in Unit 4.
Not for every hunter. Residents have over-the-counter Spring Turkey Permit opportunities, while nonresidents must use the draw. The resident permit for Unit 4 also uses the draw. Draw applications open January 13 and close February 13, 2026.
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