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New Mexico Merriam Turkey Hunt | Guided Spring Turkey Hunts
Merriam Turkey are known to be the most dramatic and beautiful of the Turkey Grand Slam. Wheaton Creek has both a spring and fall Merriam Turkey Hunt. Our guided turkey hunts include 3 days hunting on 15,000 acres of private land as well as 22,000 state Trust Land. And of course, our same high quality food and luxury lodging for all our retreats will be provided for your comfort and enjoyment!
- Now booking for Spring 2026 Merriam Turkey
- (Bearded Only) 1 bird $3,625 per person. includes 2x1 Guide Service and double occupancy. Does not include NM License , gratuity or taxes
- 1x1 Guide Service fee $875 - includes private suite
Hunting Spring Turkeys
Spring Merriam turkey hunting in New Mexico from April 15 to May 10, subspecies with over-the-counter tags. The season features a two-bearded-turkey bag limit and at Wheaton Creek Ranch we hunt entirely on private land.
New Mexico Spring Turkey Hunting Details
2026 Turkey Season Dates: Season is April 15 – May 15. A youth-only season is held earlier, April 10–12, 2026.
Subspecies: Merriam Turkey
Turkey Licenses & Tags: Over-the-counter (OTC) turkey licenses. A Game Hunting License, Habitat Stamp, and Habitat Management & Access Validation (HMAV) are required.
How Many Turkeys Can Hunters Havest: Two bearded turkeys, Wheaton Creek Ranch allows 1 bearded with Guide discretion on 2nd bird.
Hunters can use archery or shotguns to hunt turkeys in New Mexico
New Mexico Turkey Hunting Requirements and Regulations
Hunters under 17 must have a Hunter Education certificate from any state.
Turkey Hunting Guides
Wheaton Creek has a thriving Merriam Turkey population. Our guides are chosen for their skill, professionalism, and intimate familiarity with the property. They are all professionals with years of hunting experience on the ranch. Unlike many other New Mexico outfitters offering hunts on private ranches, we provide the hunt on a ranch in which we live and work on all year round.
- Now booking for Spring 2026 Merriam Turkey
- (Bearded Only) 1 bird $3,625 per person. includes 2x1 Guide Service and double occupancy. Does not include NM License , gratuity or taxes
- 1x1 Guide Service fee $875 - includes private suite
