MO Turkey Hunting

Missouri Turkey Season Dates 2026

Turkey season in Missouri runs Oct 1 – May 11 across 123 Countys.

246 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Shotgun

CountyTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
County 1SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 1Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 10SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 10Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 100SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 100Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 101SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 101Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 102SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 102Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 103SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 103Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 104SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 104Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 105SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 105Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 106SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 106Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 107SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 107Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 108SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 108Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 109SpringApr 21 — May 11———
County 109Fall FirearmsOct 1 — Oct 31———
County 11SpringApr 21 — May 11———

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Turkey in Missouri: FAQ

When is turkey season in Missouri?

Turkey season in Missouri currently runs Oct 1 to May 11, across 246 season rows and 123 Countys, split by weapon (Shotgun).

Where is the best place to hunt turkey in Missouri?

The best Countys for turkey in Missouri depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per County above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Turkey hunt in Missouri

View County boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

Also see Missouri seasons, public land, and license.

Turkey in Missouri: parcels + public land