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 11 — May 9———
Alexander CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Alleghany CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Anson CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Ashe CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Avery CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Beaufort CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Bertie CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Bladen CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Brunswick CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Buncombe CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Burke CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Cabarrus CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Caldwell CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Camden CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Carteret CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Caswell CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Catawba CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Central Deer RegionSpringApr 11 — May 9———
Chatham CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Cherokee CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Chowan CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Clay CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Cleveland CountySpringApr 11 — May 9———
Columbus CountySpringApr 11 — May 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 in North Carolina: parcels + public land