Planning a turkey hunt in Illinois? Below are 18 businesses and programs that advertise turkey hunting in the state: 9 guided outfitters, 7 bird preserves, 1 hunting lodge, 1 membership club. Each listing shows where its information came from and links to the operator. Prices and openings change every season, so contact the operator before you plan around a date.
Turkey hunting outfitters and preserves in Illinois
Otter Creek Hunt Club
Rock Hollow Hunt Club
Briar Knoll Hunting & Fishing, Inc.
Land for sale in Illinois with turkey

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Illinois seasons and licenses
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Hunting land for sale in Illinois
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Turkey hunting in Illinois: common questions
Where can I go turkey hunting in Illinois?
Where2Hunt lists 18 paid turkey hunting options in Illinois (9 guided outfitters, 7 bird preserves, 1 hunting lodge, 1 membership club), near towns including Nebo, Xenia, Lorraine, New Canton, Newton, Macedonia. Public land and walk-in programs are run by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
When is turkey season in Illinois?
Season dates, units and bag limits are set every year by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Check the official regulations before you book; an outfitter's dates do not replace the state's.
Do I need a license to hunt turkey on a preserve or with an outfitter in Illinois?
Yes, in most cases you need a Illinois hunting license and any required tags or stamps, even on private land or a preserve. Some preserves sell short-term licenses; ask the operator and check the state agency.

