Turkey Tags
Minnesota Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in Minnesota - spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. Minnesota's wild turkey population has expanded dramatically over the past 30 years. The state offers spring and fall seasons with permits required. Spring permits may be allocated by lottery in popular zones.
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)
$94
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
1
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Open
Resident: $26
Season Fees
Minnesota Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Resident Tag$26.00
Nonresident Tag$94.00
Bag Limit1 bird
Fall Turkey Season
Resident Tag$26.00
Nonresident Tag$94.00
Bag Limit1 bird
Permit required per season; lottery in some zones
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Minnesota Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Minnesota turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Minnesota hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your Minnesota turkey tag from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources online or at a licensed agent. Spring resident tags are $26. Nonresident spring tags are $94. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check Minnesota Department of Natural Resources's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. Minnesota has a spring turkey season and a fall turkey season. Minnesota hunting license plus turkey permit.
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
Minnesota Turkey Tag Requirements
Minnesota hunting license plus turkey permit.
Important Notes
Minnesota-Specific Turkey Information
Spring: April–May; fall: October.
Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (www.dnr.state.mn.us).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources before hunting.