Turkey season in Rhode Island runs Oct 1 – May 18 across 5 Areas.
| Area | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spring | Apr 24 — May 18 | — | — | — |
| 2 | Spring | Apr 24 — May 18 | — | — | — |
| 3 | Spring | Apr 24 — May 18 | — | — | — |
| 4 | Spring | Apr 24 — May 18 | — | — | — |
| Open | Spring | Apr 24 — May 18 | — | — | — |
| Area | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fall | Oct 1 — Oct 31 | — | — | — |
| 2 | Fall | Oct 1 — Oct 31 | — | — | — |
| 3 | Fall | Oct 1 — Oct 31 | — | — | — |
| 4 | Fall | Oct 1 — Oct 31 | — | — | — |
| Open | Fall | Oct 1 — Oct 31 | — | — | — |
Turkey season in Rhode Island currently runs Oct 1 to May 18, across 10 season rows and 5 Areas, split by weapon (Shotgun, Archery).
The best Areas for turkey in Rhode Island depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per Area above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.
View Area boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.
Also see Rhode Island seasons, public land, and license.