Turkey Tags
Maine Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in Maine — spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. Maine has seen significant wild turkey population growth over the past 20 years. Spring turkey permits are required and can be obtained by lottery or over-the-counter depending on zone. The fall season is also available.
Spring Season Open
Fall Season Open
Spring Tag: $26 (Resident)
2026 Turkey Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Spring Tag (Resident)
$26
per spring turkey tag
Spring Tag (Nonresident)
$115
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
1
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Open
Resident: $26
Season Fees
Maine Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Resident Tag$26.00
Nonresident Tag$115.00
Bag Limit1 bird
Fall Turkey Season
Resident Tag$26.00
Nonresident Tag$115.00
Bag Limit1 bird
Permit required for each season
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Maine Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Maine turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Maine hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your Maine turkey tag from Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife online or at a licensed agent. Spring resident tags are $26. Nonresident spring tags are $115. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. Maine has a spring turkey season and a fall turkey season. Maine hunting license plus turkey permit 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
Maine Turkey Tag Requirements
Maine hunting license plus turkey permit required.
Important Notes
Maine-Specific Turkey Information
Spring: May; fall season: October–November.
Source: Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (www.maine.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife before hunting.