Georgia Turkey Season 2027: Private and Public Land Dates
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Spring turkey season 2027
| Season | Zone | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Opportunity Season | Statewide (private land) | March 20, 2027 to March 21, 2027 | Opens in 145 days |
| Spring Season | Private lands | March 27, 2027 to May 15, 2027 | Opens in 152 days |
| Spring Season | WMAs, VPAs and National Forest lands | April 3, 2027 to May 15, 2027 | Opens in 159 days |
Private land opens one week before WMAs, VPAs and National Forest lands. Both close May 15.
Private land and public land
- Private lands: March 27 to May 15, 2027.
- WMAs, VPAs and National Forest lands: April 3 to May 15, 2027. Some WMAs, PFAs, state parks and federal lands set their own dates, so check the area listing.
Special Opportunity weekend
March 20-21, 2027, statewide on private land, for youth under 16 and mobility-impaired hunters. A licensed adult at least 18 years old must supervise and may call, but may not take or try to take a turkey. The season does not apply to public lands unless an area says otherwise.
Bag limit
- 1 gobbler a day, including the Special Opportunity weekend.
- 2 gobblers a season.
- On WMAs, VPAs and National Forest lands, 1 gobbler per area per hunter.
Game Check
Report every turkey through Georgia Game Check within 24 hours, and carry a current-season harvest record.
Frequently asked questions
When does turkey season open in Georgia in 2027?
March 27, 2027 on private land and April 3 on WMAs, VPAs and National Forest lands. The Special Opportunity weekend for youth and mobility-impaired hunters is March 20-21.
How many turkeys can you kill in Georgia?
Two gobblers a season, one a day, and only one per public hunting area.
When does Georgia turkey season end?
May 15, 2027, on both private and public land.
Turkey season in other states
Texas · Pennsylvania · Wisconsin · New York · North Carolina · Tennessee · Alabama · Virginia.
Deer seasons are on the Georgia deer season page, and duck seasons on the Georgia duck season page.
Source: Georgia Hunting Regulations 2026-27, linked by Georgia DNR, Big Game Seasons, Dates and Limits and Bear, Turkey, Feral Hog, Alligator and Small Game.
Verified on Oct. 24, 2026.
Always check the WMA or public area listing before hunting turkeys in Georgia.