When is turkey season in Kansas Unit 6?

Spring turkey regular season runs from April 15 through May 31, 2026. Residents need a Resident Spring Turkey Permit. Nonresidents need a Nonresident Spring Turkey Permit or Nonresident Youth Spring Turkey Permit, which is valid only in the unit drawn.

What license or permit do I need to hunt turkey in Kansas Unit 6?

You need a Spring Turkey Permit. Residents can buy the permit over the counter, while nonresidents must apply through the draw. Nonresident applications open January 13 and close February 13, 2026.

What application dates apply to turkey opportunities in Kansas Unit 6?

Nonresident Spring Turkey Permit applications open January 13 and close February 13, 2026. Resident permits for this unit are available over the counter.

Does hunting turkey in Kansas Unit 6 require a draw?

It depends on residency. Residents can buy a Spring Turkey Permit over the counter, while nonresidents must apply through the draw between January 13 and February 13, 2026.

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Kansas Turkey Unit 6

Plan a turkey hunt in Kansas Unit 6. Review season dates, license options, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.

Last updated November 10, 2026 by Aricin Rotarius

Find Hunts in 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.

2 of 3 Booked

Eastern Kansas Spring Turkey Blast - Unit 6

785 Acres at Diamond J Ranch in Hamilton, KS

Starting Price $300 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

1 hunt remaining this season

1 of 4 Booked

DIY Spring Turkey Hunt- Unit 6 | Only 1 Hour from Kansas City

207 Acres at Gardner Farms in Louisburg, KS

Starting Price $300 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

1 of 4 Booked

Unit 6 Turkey Hunt | Springtime Easterns 45 Min from Kansas City

70 Acres at Miami County 70 in Paola, KS

Starting Price $150 / Guest

2 Guests

1 Day

Only 3 Hunts Offered

KS Unit 6 Eastern Turkey Hunt: Gobblers in Beans Fields + Timber

160 Acres at Wade Ranch | Indianapolis Road, Kansas in Olathe, KS

Starting Price $250 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

Only 1 Hunt Offered

Unit 6 Kansas Rio Grande Hunt – Fields, Woods & Water Access

425 Acres at Bemis Creek Hunting in El Dorado, KS

Starting Price $300 / Guest

2 Guests

2 Days

RV Friendly

1 of 2 Booked

5-Day Spring Turkey Hunt in Unit 6 | 1 Hr from KC Area

150 Acres at J&S Farm in Waverly, KS

Starting Price $625 / Guest

1 Guest

5 Days

1 hunt remaining this season

Only 3 Hunts Offered

Unit 6 Eastern Turkey Hunt | Field Strut Zones w/ Adjacent Woods

190 Acres at Wade Ranch | Waverly Road, Kansas in Paola, KS

Starting Price $250 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

Only 3 Hunts Offered

Timber-Backed Eastern Turkey Hunting in Unit 6 w/ Free Fishing

160 Acres at The Farm in Neodesha, KS

Starting Price $200 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

RV Friendly

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Kansas Turkey Opportunities in Unit 6

Regular Season

April 15, 2026 – May 31, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Visible Beard	—	Nonresident: Draw	Nonresident Spring Turkey Permit	Eligibility: General, Landowner Permit only valid in the unit drawn.
Visible Beard	—	Nonresident: Draw	Nonresident Youth Spring Turkey Permit	Eligibility: Youth Permit only valid in unit drawn.
Visible Beard	—	Resident: OTC	Resident Spring Turkey PermitCould not find purchase options for this license.	Eligibility: General

License and Permit Options

Nonresident Spring Turkey Permit

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Nonresident Spring Turkey Permit	Nonresident	Landowner	DrawApplications open January 13, 2026; deadline February 13, 2026	$87.50Application fee $10.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable

Nonresident Youth Spring Turkey Permit

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Nonresident Youth Spring Turkey Permit	Nonresident	Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger	DrawApplications open January 13, 2026; deadline February 13, 2026	$22.50Application fee $10.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable

Resident Spring Turkey Permit

Could not find purchase options for this license.

Frequently Asked Questions

Recent Updates from Landowners

See the latest Field Notes from properties offering turkey hunts in Unit 6.

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Shady Lane

Landowner shared an update • Nov 10, 2026

Bartlett, KS • 550 Acres

Big Man is back again this year!

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J&S Farm

Landowner shared an update • Oct 6, 2026

Waverly, KS • 150 Acres

Another week of photos! Still seeing consistent buck activity!

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J&S Farm

Landowner shared an update • Sep 18, 2026

Waverly, KS • 150 Acres

Here's this week's batch of photos!

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J&S Farm

Landowner shared an update • Sep 10, 2026

Waverly, KS • 150 Acres

Will continue to post some bucks as they come through, wanted to share these from the last couple days as well. Feel really good about the opportunities guys will have this season!