Hunter's plan for Wild Turkey in Oregon

Wild turkey hunting in Oregon is an excellent beginner activity, offering a rewarding, and accessible experience with over-the-counter tags and generous bag limits.

• Turkeys are plentiful in many parts of the state.
• Oregon offers generous hunting seasons in both spring and fall.
• Turkey hunting doesn't require a lot of gear.
• The hunting regulations are easy to understand.
• Turkeys are good eating, and bag limits are generous.
• Bagging your own bird for Thanksgiving can become a cool family tradition.

Know the rules

Purchase your license and tags prior to hunting in the field. Oregon Game Bird Regulations explain requirements, hunting seasons, and how many birds you can take in a year.

Go straight to the source

View the 2026 Spring Turkey Forecast 

ODFW wildlife biologists also have first-hand knowledge of the turkey populations in their districts and the types of habitat in which they'll be found. Contact a local ODFW regional office for the latest scoop.

Good advice

Whenever you're venturing into the backcountry, even for a day, you should be prepared to deal with minor injuries, getting lost and unexpected changes in the weather. You will also need tools to field dress and carry out your harvest.

• Check the weather forecast.
• Look up access restrictions.
• Pack the essentials for outdoor survival.
• Let someone know where you're going and when to expect your return.
• Replace batteries and charge on the way.

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