Turkey Tags
New York Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in New York - spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. New York has excellent Eastern wild turkey hunting across the state. Both spring and fall seasons are offered. Turkey permits are required and are available over-the-counter. The Catskills and Adirondack foothills have strong populations.
Spring Season Open
Fall Season Open
Spring Tag: $10 (Resident)
2026 Turkey Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Spring Tag (Resident)
$10
per spring turkey tag
Spring Tag (Nonresident)
$35
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
2
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Open
Resident: $10
Season Fees
New York Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Resident Tag$10.00
Nonresident Tag$35.00
Bag Limit2 birds
Fall Turkey Season
Resident Tag$10.00
Nonresident Tag$35.00
Bag Limit2 birds
Turkey license required in addition to hunting license
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your New York Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your New York turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid New York hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your New York turkey tag from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation online or at a licensed agent. Spring resident tags are $10. Nonresident spring tags are $35. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. New York has a spring turkey season and a fall turkey season. New York 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
New York Turkey Tag Requirements
New York hunting license plus turkey permit.
Important Notes
New York-Specific Turkey Information
Spring: late April–May; fall: October–November.
Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (www.dec.ny.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation before hunting.