NC Turkey Hunting

North Carolina Turkey Season Dates 2026

Turkey season in North Carolina runs Apr 11 – May 9 across 107 Zones.

107 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Shotgun

ZoneTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Alamance CountySpringApr 11May 9
Alexander CountySpringApr 11May 9
Alleghany CountySpringApr 11May 9
Anson CountySpringApr 11May 9
Ashe CountySpringApr 11May 9
Avery CountySpringApr 11May 9
Beaufort CountySpringApr 11May 9
Bertie CountySpringApr 11May 9
Bladen CountySpringApr 11May 9
Brunswick CountySpringApr 11May 9
Buncombe CountySpringApr 11May 9
Burke CountySpringApr 11May 9
Cabarrus CountySpringApr 11May 9
Caldwell CountySpringApr 11May 9
Camden CountySpringApr 11May 9
Carteret CountySpringApr 11May 9
Caswell CountySpringApr 11May 9
Catawba CountySpringApr 11May 9
Central Deer RegionSpringApr 11May 9
Chatham CountySpringApr 11May 9
Cherokee CountySpringApr 11May 9
Chowan CountySpringApr 11May 9
Clay CountySpringApr 11May 9
Cleveland CountySpringApr 11May 9
Columbus CountySpringApr 11May 9

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Turkey in North Carolina: FAQ

When is turkey season in North Carolina?

Turkey season in North Carolina currently runs Apr 11 to May 9, across 107 season rows and 107 Zones, split by weapon (Shotgun).

Where is the best place to hunt turkey in North Carolina?

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

Plan your Turkey hunt in North Carolina

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

Also see North Carolina seasons, public land, and license.

Turkey seasons in North Carolina — offline