Turkey Resources
 

Wild Turkey in Texas

Three Fast Turkey Facts:

  1. If Wild Turkeys could smell, they'd be nearly impossible to hunt. The eyes and ears of a turkey make it one of the toughest of all Texas game animals. Their vision is the keenest among all Texas game animals. They are especially astute at pinpointing movement and can hone in on noises from a mile away.
  2. Wild Turkey Revival! A hundred years ago, turkeys almost disappeared from Texas due to unregulated hunting and loss of habitat. Now, thanks to hunter and landowner support, bag limits and a restocking program, they are making a steady comeback.
  3. Where the Wild Turkeys are. Turkeys now inhabit 223 of the 254 counties in Texas. You can see them roam at South Llano River State Park, Choke Canyon State Park, Lake Whitney State Park, Abilene State Park and San Angelo State Park. You can hunt for them them in areas such as San Angelo State Park, Caddo Lake State Park, White Oak Creek Wildlife Management Area and Sam Houston National Forest Wildlife Management.