Turkey Tags
Louisiana Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in Louisiana - spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. Louisiana has a good Eastern wild turkey population, particularly in the piney hills and hardwood bottoms of the central and northern part of the state. Spring turkey tags are included with the basic hunting license.
Spring Season Open
2026 Turkey Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Spring Tag (Resident)
See agency
Contact agency for fees
Spring Tag (Nonresident)
$50
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
3
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Closed
No fall turkey season
Season Fees
Louisiana Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Nonresident Tag$50.00
Bag Limit3 birds
Tag included with resident basic hunting license
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Louisiana Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Louisiana turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Louisiana hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your Louisiana turkey tag from Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries online or at a licensed agent. Nonresident spring tags are $50. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. Louisiana has a spring turkey season. Louisiana basic hunting license required.
4
Tag Your Harvest Immediately
Upon harvesting a turkey, you must immediately fill out and attach your tag to the bird before moving it. Keep your license and tag on your person at all times while hunting. Record the required information (date, county/zone) as specified on your tag.
Requirements
Louisiana Turkey Tag Requirements
Louisiana basic hunting license required.
Important Notes
Louisiana-Specific Turkey Information
Season runs late March through April.
Source: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (www.wlf.louisiana.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries before hunting.