{"id":8998,"date":"2026-10-25T12:17:50","date_gmt":"2026-10-25T12:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/?p=8998"},"modified":"2026-10-22T12:34:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T12:34:05","slug":"new-hampshire-turkey-hunting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-turkey-hunting\/","title":{"rendered":"New Hampshire Turkey Season Guide for 2026: Dates, Licenses &amp; Where to Hunt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This New Hampshire turkey guide covers what&#8217;s open, what&#8217;s closed, and what to plan for next spring. Hunters took 4,846 turkeys statewide in 2025, according to NH Fish and Game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also covers season dates and bag limits, licenses and permits, and places to hunt. Whether you&#8217;re a resident finishing out fall archery, a non-resident pricing a May 2027 trip, or a mentor planning ahead, Hunting Locator lays out the rules first and then helps you find ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every 2026 season date, bag limit, and the WMUs that matter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>License and permit costs for residents and non-residents, with totals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to hunt, covering public land, private leases, and guided options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/b2cf8822-94ae-408e-8078-1103f248e1f1.jpeg\" alt=\"New Hampshire turkey\" class=\"wp-image-9008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/b2cf8822-94ae-408e-8078-1103f248e1f1.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/b2cf8822-94ae-408e-8078-1103f248e1f1-300x152.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/b2cf8822-94ae-408e-8078-1103f248e1f1-768x389.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Overview: 2026 New Hampshire Turkey Season at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As of October 21, 2026, fall shotgun season has closed, and fall archery remains open until December 8 in WMU A and December 15 in WMUs B\u2013M. A WMU (Wildlife Management Unit) is a numbered or lettered hunting zone set by NH Fish and Game. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildlife.nh.gov\/hunting-nh\/turkey-hunting-new-hampshire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official NH turkey season table<\/a> has the full unit breakdown. Confirm with NH Fish and Game before you hunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-834\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-834\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Season<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Dates<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Bag Limit<\/th><th class=\"column-4\">Hours\/Regulations<\/th><th class=\"column-5\">Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Youth Turkey Weekend<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">April 25\u201326, 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Counts toward the spring limit<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Age 15 or younger; licensed adult 18+ within sight and hearing<\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Turkey permit required; no hunting license required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Spring Gobbler<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">May 1\u201331, 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Up to 2 bearded\/male birds<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">\u00bd hour before sunrise to 12 noon<\/td><td class=\"column-5\">2nd bird only in WMUs H1, H2, J2, K, L, M; register the 1st bird before taking a 2nd<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fall Archery<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Sept 15\u2013Dec 15 (WMUs B\u2013M); Sept 15\u2013Dec 8 (WMU A)<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1 bird, either sex (combined fall limit)<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">\u00bd hour before sunrise to \u00bd hour after sunset; bow \u226530 lb pull<\/td><td class=\"column-5\">Open now. Ineligible if you took 2 spring birds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Fall Shotgun<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Oct 12\u201318, 2026<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1 bird, either sex (combined fall limit)<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">\u00bd hour before sunrise to \u00bd hour after sunset<\/td><td class=\"column-5\">WMUs D2, H1, H2, I1, J2, K, L, M only. Closed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-834 from cache -->\n\n\n<p>A &#8220;bearded bird&#8221; is a turkey with a visible beard, almost always a male gobbler. The limits work like a two-bird yearly budget: take both in May and your fall tag is gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the statewide picture across species, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-hunting-season-guide\">full New Hampshire hunting season guide<\/a>. Before you head out, you&#8217;ll need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Turkey permit:<\/strong> Required for all ages. It costs $16 for residents and $31 + $2.50 habitat fee for non-residents, and each permit includes tags for the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hunting license:<\/strong> Hunters 16 and older also need a current NH Hunting, Combination, or Archery license (resident: $32; non-resident: $113).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Youth:<\/strong> Hunters 15 and under with a qualified adult need only the turkey permit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hunter education:<\/strong> Required to obtain a hunting license; certifications from other states and provinces are accepted. Verify specifics with NH Fish and Game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tagging:<\/strong> Tag immediately and register within 24 hours, online or at a check station.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Hampshire Turkey Hunting Seasons for 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>New Hampshire&#8217;s birds are Eastern wild turkeys, and the state runs four seasons each year. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-turkey-hunting-season\">New Hampshire turkey hunting season page<\/a> carries ongoing turkey updates. Fall archery, the only season still open, comes first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/5279b8ab-b875-421d-b96b-2774bdd440d8.jpeg\" alt=\"New Hampshire turkey\" class=\"wp-image-9009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/5279b8ab-b875-421d-b96b-2774bdd440d8.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/5279b8ab-b875-421d-b96b-2774bdd440d8-300x151.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/5279b8ab-b875-421d-b96b-2774bdd440d8-768x387.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fall Archery Turkey Season (Open Now)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fall archery runs September 15 through December 15 in WMUs B\u2013M and September 15 through December 8 in WMU A. Legal hours run from \u00bd hour before sunrise to \u00bd hour after sunset. The fall limit is one turkey of either sex, combined across archery and shotgun seasons, so a hen or jake is legal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your bow must have at least a 30-pound pull. Fixed broadheads must be at least 7\/8&#8243; wide, and retractable broadheads must measure at least 7\/8&#8243; wide when open. Many bowhunters already sit a stand during <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-deer-hunting-season\">New Hampshire deer hunting season<\/a>, and carrying a turkey permit means you&#8217;re ready if a flock walks under you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect fewer young birds this fall. The annual brood survey showed below-average nesting success this summer. NH Fish and Game Turkey Project Leader Dan Ellingwood put it this way in the <a href=\"https:\/\/nhfishgame.com\/2026\/10\/02\/2026-fall-shotgun-season-for-wild-turkey-opens-on-october-12\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NH Fish and Game fall outlook<\/a>: &#8220;The fall turkey harvest is largely influenced by turkey nesting success during the previous spring, and the availability and distribution of fall foods.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fall hunting differs from spring. Fall birds travel in family and flock groups and respond to social assembly calls such as kee-kees and yelps, whereas spring hunting usually means calling a lone gobbler with hen sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Took two spring birds in 2026?<\/strong> You are not eligible for the fall archery or shotgun season. Harvesting a second spring bird forfeits your fall opportunity.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fall Shotgun Turkey Season (Closed for 2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The fall shotgun season ran October 12\u201318, 2026, open only in WMUs D2, H1, H2, I1, J2, K, L, and M. It shares the combined one-bird fall limit, so a bird tagged during shotgun week ends your fall season. Hours matched fall archery. NH Fish and Game sets next fall&#8217;s dates and units, so check the new digest when it&#8217;s published.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Youth Turkey Hunting Weekend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 youth weekend ran April 25\u201326. The rules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hunters must be 15 or younger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A properly licensed adult 18 or older must stay within sight and hearing, not by electronic means.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One adult may accompany up to 2 youths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A turkey permit is required; a hunting license is not.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Youth hunters took 388 birds in 2025, 8.0% of the spring harvest. Expect 2027 youth weekend dates in late April, and confirm them when NH Fish and Game publishes the 2027 digest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spring Gobbler Season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring gobbler season ran May 1\u201331, 2026, from \u00bd hour before sunrise to 12 noon. The noon closing is strict, so plan to be out of the woods by then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first bearded bird may be taken statewide. The second may be taken only in WMUs H1, H2, J2, K, L, or M, and you must register your first bird before taking a second. A second spring bird means no fall turkey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Second spring bird WMUs:<\/strong> H1, H2, J2, K, L, M. Know your unit boundary before you pull the trigger on bird number two.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-residents planning ahead should expect spring 2027 to open in early May. Confirm dates when NH Fish and Game publishes the 2027 digest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to tag and register a New Hampshire turkey<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tag the bird immediately<\/strong> at harvest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register it within 24 hours<\/strong>, online or at an official check station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Report any leg band number<\/strong> during registration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\ud83c\udff7\ufe0f <strong>New in 2026:<\/strong> NH Fish and Game and the National Wild Turkey Federation are running a multi-year leg-band study. If your bird wears a band, you must report the band number when you register it.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Hampshire Turkey Licenses and Permits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You need a base hunting license (if you&#8217;re 16 or older) and a turkey permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Hampshire Hunting Licenses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-835\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-835\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Item<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Resident<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Non-resident<\/th><th class=\"column-4\">Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hunting license<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$32.00<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$113<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Required for ages 16+; Combination or Archery license also qualifies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Turkey permit<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$16<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$31<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Required for all ages; includes the season&#8217;s tags<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Habitat fee<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">\u2014<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$2.50<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Added to the non-resident turkey permit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Total (adult)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">$48<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$146.50<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Youth 15 and under: permit only ($16 \/ $31 + fee)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-835 from cache -->\n\n\n<p>Hunter education is a prerequisite for a hunting license, and out-of-state certifications are accepted. The resident turkey permit requires a current NH Hunting, Combination, or Archery license. Fees can change, so check NH Fish and Game before you buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3604e461-31d0-4120-9bad-edc62ae78687.jpeg\" alt=\"New Hampshire turkey\" class=\"wp-image-9010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3604e461-31d0-4120-9bad-edc62ae78687.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3604e461-31d0-4120-9bad-edc62ae78687-300x152.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3604e461-31d0-4120-9bad-edc62ae78687-768x389.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Hampshire Turkey Permits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One turkey permit covers spring and fall and includes your tags. To buy one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Confirm your hunter education certification.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buy your hunting license<\/strong> (residents $32 \/ non-residents $113) through NH Fish and Game&#8217;s licensing system or an authorized agent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add the turkey permit<\/strong> ($16 for residents; $31 + $2.50 habitat fee for non-residents).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carry your license and permit<\/strong>, with tags, while hunting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Hunt During the New Hampshire Turkey Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your options are public ground, private leases, and guided hunts. Which fits depends on your time and how much hunting pressure you&#8217;re willing to tolerate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Public Lands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Public land costs nothing and offers plenty of room. These are the categories to scout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>White Mountain National Forest:<\/strong> Big country with room to roam. Scout for openings and mast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NH Wildlife Management Areas:<\/strong> Managed for wildlife. Respect posted rules and boundaries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>State forests and parks open to hunting:<\/strong> Check each property&#8217;s hunting rules before you go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Southern and central WMUs (H1, H2, J2, K, L, M):<\/strong> The only units where a second spring bird is legal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Public ground draws a crowd, especially in May and when deer and bear hunters share the fall woods. If crowded WMAs are a problem, <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/leases\/state\/new-hampshire\/\">browse New Hampshire leases<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3194a835-7ebb-4126-ac07-306f46ce7437.jpeg\" alt=\"New Hampshire turkey\" class=\"wp-image-9011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3194a835-7ebb-4126-ac07-306f46ce7437.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3194a835-7ebb-4126-ac07-306f46ce7437-300x153.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/3194a835-7ebb-4126-ac07-306f46ce7437-768x391.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Land Hunting with Hunting Locator<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Leasing private ground means fewer hunters, time to scout and pattern birds, and dependable access for youth hunts. It also removes much of the worry about losing access or running out of time to find ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lease gives you seasonal or annual access without owning the land. Buying hunting land gives you long-term control, the ability to improve habitat, and a place to build family tradition. Both start with finding the right property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\">Hunting Locator<\/a> connects you directly with landowners who lease or sell hunting land. You can search by state and game type, then contact the landowner yourself. Current <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/leases\/state\/new-hampshire\/\">New Hampshire hunting leases<\/a> show what&#8217;s listed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guided Hunts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-residents and newcomers often turn to guides for local knowledge and arranged access. A guided hunt makes sense when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;re traveling with limited days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don&#8217;t know the WMU boundaries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want private ground access arranged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re hunting with a first-timer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you book, ask the outfitter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is my license and permit included? (Often it is not.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you hunt private ground or public?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is lodging included?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which dates are open, and do they fall inside spring or fall season hours and WMU rules?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hunting Locator listings help you connect with landowners and outfitters. Start with the <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/leases\/state\/new-hampshire\/\">New Hampshire hunting leases<\/a> page and the <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\">Hunting Locator homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Hampshire Turkey Hunting Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stock up on gear at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntinglocator.com\/store\">Hunting Locator store<\/a> before you go, then keep these points in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scout food first:<\/strong> According to NH Fish and Game, when acorns are scarce, birds feed in fields; when mast is plentiful, they stay in secluded woods. Find the food and you&#8217;ll find the flock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Break the flock, then call them back:<\/strong> Scatter a fall flock, then use assembly calls to pull birds back together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hunt from a ground blind:<\/strong> Blinds hide a bowhunter&#8217;s draw motion and keep you concealed when birds close in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Share the fall woods:<\/strong> Deer and bear seasons overlap with fall turkey. Wear visible safety colors when moving, and plan around pressure. See the <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-black-bear-hunting-season\">New Hampshire black bear hunting season<\/a> for those dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Respect the noon closing:<\/strong> Spring shooting ends at 12 noon, so plan your morning around it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pattern your shotgun:<\/strong> Test your choke and load before May so you know your effective range.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Know your WMU before bird two:<\/strong> The second spring bird is legal in H1, H2, J2, K, L, and M only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register fast and report bands:<\/strong> Register within 24 hours and report any band number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gear up before you go:<\/strong> Calls, decoys, ground blinds, broadheads, and camo all help. Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntinglocator.com\/store\">turkey gear at our store<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Resources from Hunting Locator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These Hunting Locator pages are grouped by what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plan your New Hampshire hunt<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-hunting-season-guide\">New Hampshire hunting season guide<\/a>: Statewide dates for every species.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-turkey-hunting-season\">New Hampshire turkey hunting season<\/a>: Turkey-specific updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other New Hampshire seasons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-deer-hunting-season\">New Hampshire deer hunting season<\/a>: Deer dates and rules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-black-bear-hunting-season\">New Hampshire black bear season<\/a>: Black bear information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-moose-hunting-season\">New Hampshire moose hunting season<\/a>: Moose details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-game-bird-hunting-season\">New Hampshire game bird season<\/a>: Upland and game bird seasons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-small-game-hunting-season\">New Hampshire small game season<\/a>: Small game seasons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-waterfowl-hunting-season\">New Hampshire waterfowl hunting season<\/a>: Duck and goose seasons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/new-hampshire-coyote-hunting-season\">New Hampshire coyote hunting season<\/a>: Coyote regulations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find land and gear<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/leases\/state\/new-hampshire\/\">New Hampshire hunting leases<\/a>: Current private land listings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\">Hunting Locator homepage<\/a>: Connect with landowners and outfitters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntinglocator.com\/store\">Hunting Locator store<\/a>: Gear for the season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is turkey season in NH in 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The youth weekend ran April 25\u201326, spring gobbler season ran May 1\u201331, fall archery runs September 15 through December 15 (December 8 in WMU A), and fall shotgun ran October 12\u201318. Always confirm dates with NH Fish and Game before you hunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I still hunt turkeys in NH this fall?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, with a bow. As of October 21, archery is open until December 8 in WMU A and December 15 in WMUs B\u2013M. You can&#8217;t hunt if you already took a fall bird or took two spring birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does a non-resident turkey license cost in New Hamsphire?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An adult non-resident pays $146.50 total: a $113 hunting license, a $31 turkey permit, and a $2.50 habitat fee. Youth 15 and under need only the turkey permit plus the habitat fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which WMUs allow a second spring bird in New Hampshire?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only H1, H2, J2, K, L, and M. You must register your first bird before taking a second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if I shoot two spring turkeys in New Hampshire?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You forfeit eligibility for both the fall archery and fall shotgun seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I register a turkey in NH?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tag the bird immediately at harvest. Then register it within 24 hours, online or at an official check station, and report any leg band number during registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can youth hunt New Hampshire turkey without a hunting license?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Hunters 15 or younger need only a turkey permit, and they must hunt with a licensed adult 18 or older within sight and hearing. One adult may accompany up to two youths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What bow is legal for fall turkeys?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your bow must have at least a 30-pound pull. Fixed broadheads must be at least 7\/8&#8243; wide, and retractable broadheads must be at least 7\/8&#8243; wide when open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I lease private land for turkey hunting in NH?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Hunting Locator lists <a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/leases\/state\/new-hampshire\/\">New Hampshire hunting leases<\/a>, and you connect with landowners directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Final Shot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Archery is still open, so there&#8217;s time to fill a fall tag. Keep the two-bird limit in mind, know which WMUs allow a second spring bird, tag at the moment of harvest, register within 24 hours, and report any leg band. Non-residents should budget $146.50 for an adult license and permit. Watch for the 2027 digest from NH Fish and Game before you finalize your dates. 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