Tennessee Turkey Season 2026-27
Opens in 20 daysTennessee's turkey season opens 2026-10-17 and closes 2027-05-16.
Last verified September 25, 2026Tennessee wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 20 days
Statewide (open counties)
Fall Shotgun/Archery
- Opens
- October 17, 2026
- Closes
- October 30, 2026
- Bag limit
- Fall archery Sep 26-Oct 30 and Nov 2-6
- Opens in 188 days
Statewide
Spring
- Opens
- April 3, 2027
- Closes
- May 16, 2027
- Bag limit
- Young sportsman Mar 27-28, 2027
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
Tennessee's turkey season opens 2026-10-17 and closes 2027-05-16.
Nearby states
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.