New Jersey Turkey Season 2026-27
Opens in 209 daysNew Jersey's turkey season opens 2027-04-24 and closes 2027-05-28.
Last verified September 25, 2026New Jersey wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 209 days
Statewide (by TAH)
Spring - youth day
- Opens
- April 24, 2027
- Closes
- April 24, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 211 days
Statewide (by TAH)
Spring - regular (periods A-E)
- Opens
- April 26, 2027
- Closes
- May 28, 2027
- Bag limit
- No Sunday hunting; fall turkey season closed
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
New Jersey's turkey season opens 2027-04-24 and closes 2027-05-28.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.