Pennsylvania · Turkey · 2026–27 Edition
Pennsylvania Turkey Season 2026–27: Fall & Spring Dates, Bag Limits
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2026–27 Edition
01 — Fall turkey
| Season | Zones | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Turkey (male or female) | WMUs 1A, 2G, 3A, 4A, 4B, 4D | Oct 31 – Nov 15 |
| Fall Turkey (male or female) | WMUs 1B, 3D, 4C, 4E | Oct 31 – Nov 8 |
| Fall Turkey · Segment 1 | WMUs 2A, 2F, 3B, 3C | Oct 31 – Nov 15 |
| Fall Turkey · Segment 2 | WMUs 2A, 2F, 3B, 3C | Nov 25 – Nov 27 |
| Fall Turkey · Segment 1 | WMUs 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E | Oct 31 – Nov 20 |
| Fall Turkey · Segment 2 | WMUs 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E | Nov 25 – Nov 27 |
| Fall Turkey (male or female) | WMUs 5A, 5B | Oct 31 – Nov 3 |
02 — Spring gobbler
| Season | Zones | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Junior & mentored hunters (16 and under) | Statewide | Apr 24 – Apr 25 |
| Spring Gobbler · to noon | Statewide | May 1 – May 15 |
| Spring Gobbler · all day | Statewide | May 16 – May 31 |
03 — Bag limits
| Fall | 1 bird per license year. WMUs 5C and 5D closed to fall turkey hunting. |
|---|---|
| Spring gobbler | Season limit 1 (bearded bird only) |
| Spring junior hunt | Only 1 spring gobbler may be taken during this hunt; hunting hours end at noon. |
04 — Shooting hours
Legal light on opening day (October 31, 2026) 06:11 — 17:36
Rule: Fall: one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. Spring gobbler: to NOON only during May 1-15, 2027; to one-half hour after sunset May 16-31, 2027 (per PGC).. Sunrise/sunset shift daily — the times above are computed for opening day; use your local Pennsylvania sun times for any other date.
05 — License
A Pennsylvania hunting license and turkey permit are required. Spring and fall permits are often sold separately, and some states cap the number of gobblers per hunter per year across both seasons.
Pennsylvania licenses & permits — Pennsylvania Game Commission →
06 — FAQ
When does turkey season start in Pennsylvania?
The earliest 2026–27 opener is October 31, 2026. Fall and spring seasons run separately — see the tables above.
When does turkey season end in Pennsylvania?
The latest 2026–27 closing date is May 31, 2027. Individual segments and zones close on their own dates.
When does spring turkey season start in Pennsylvania?
Junior & mentored hunters (16 and under) opens April 24, 2027 (Statewide).
When does fall turkey season start in Pennsylvania?
Fall Turkey (male or female) opens October 31, 2026 (WMUs 1A, 2G, 3A, 4A, 4B, 4D).
Verified · Pennsylvania Game Commission · Last verified 2026-08-01
Publisher's note. Fall turkey dates vary by Wildlife Management Unit; WMUs 5C and 5D are CLOSED to fall turkey hunting. No single-projectile firearms in the fall seasons — shotguns and archery gear only. Spring gobbler 2027 hours change mid-season: half-hour-before-sunrise to NOON (May 1-15), then to half-hour-after-sunset (May 16-31). Spring season limit was reduced to 1 bird for 2026-27.