Turkey Tags
Washington Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in Washington — spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. Washington has spring and fall wild turkey hunting with Merriam's and Rio Grande subspecies present. Spring OTC licenses are available. Eastern Washington holds the majority of the state's turkey population.
Spring Season Open
Fall Season Open
Spring Tag: $34 (Resident)
2026 Turkey Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Spring Tag (Resident)
$34
per spring turkey tag
Spring Tag (Nonresident)
$168
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
2
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Open
Resident: $34
Season Fees
Washington Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Resident Tag$34.40
Nonresident Tag$168.10
Bag Limit2 birds
Fall Turkey Season
Resident Tag$34.40
Nonresident Tag$168.10
Bag Limit2 birds
Turkey license required in addition to hunting license
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Washington Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Washington turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Washington hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your Washington turkey tag from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife online or at a licensed agent. Spring resident tags are $34. Nonresident spring tags are $168. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. Washington has a spring turkey season and a fall turkey season. Washington hunting license plus turkey license.
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
Washington Turkey Tag Requirements
Washington hunting license plus turkey license.
Important Notes
Washington-Specific Turkey Information
Spring: April–May; fall: September–November.
Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (wdfw.wa.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife before hunting.