Maryland Spring Turkey Hunting 2026: Seasons, Permits & Public Land

Maryland splits spring turkey into regional windows on a calendar that does not align with neighboring states: DNR sets Region A and Region B dates, bag limits, and Sunday hunting rules that change when legislators update law. Eastern wild turkeys thrive in Piedmont hardwoods and Eastern Shore farm edges—lottery WMA hunts can fill fast.

• Regional tables: download the Guide to Hunting and Trapping
• Youth: youth turkey days may precede general season
• Reporting: Harvest reporting may be required

When Is Maryland Spring Turkey Season?

Region A/B dates and shooting hours are annual—use DNR online summaries for 2026.

Licenses and Stamps

Buy through COMPASS or license agents.

Where to Hunt Turkeys on Maryland Public Land

Wildlife management areas and state forests—lottery rules first.

Key Regulations

Bait, blinds, and decoys follow state code—read turkey section.

Plan Your Maryland Turkey Hunt

Region, lottery, permission. Pair with the Maryland hunting guide. Gear: best turkey hunting camo and gear for 2025. Conservation: Pittman-Robertson funding.

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Second-pass verification (2026)

Region A/B dates, lottery WMA rules, Sunday hunting, and license stamps must come from Maryland DNR Hunting and the current Guide to Hunting and Trapping—not from this overview alone.

Editorial review: 2026-03-31 — agency link checked; confirm your region and WMA before hunting.

Sources

1. Maryland Department of Natural Resources. "Hunting." DNR, dnr.maryland.gov/Pages/Hunting/Home.aspx. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.