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Archery Mule Deer
Download Archery Mule Deer Brochure
$ 3.00 /adult
Archery Endorsement (Type 135) is required.
Feral hogs are in limited numbers. Hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations are conducted by Lorissa DiGiacomo Park Superintendent Fort Leaton SHS. The Bunkhouse will not be available for reservation, please call if you have any questions about camping (RV restrictions, reservations, etc.).
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2026
2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 05, 2026 –
Oct 08, 2026
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Hunt Restrictions
Any vehicle with an elevated seat or shooting platform is strictly prohibited. Any ATV or UTV is prohibited in the park. Hunting dogs are prohibited.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; It is strongly recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. All roads in the park interior are rugged and unpaved, some of which contain overgrown vegetation.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
12
Fee per adult: $
130.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
2093
Permits/Groups:
12
Success Rate:
E-Postcard Quail
Download E-Postcard Quail Brochure
$0.00 /adult
All adult hunters must possess a current Annual Public Hunting Permit (APH) to apply.
Trained hunting dogs will be allowed with restrictions, for additional hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations please contact Lorissa DiGiacomo Park Superintendent Fort Leaton SHS. The Bunkhouse will not be available for reservation, please call if you have any questions about camping (RV restrictions, reservations, etc.).
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
2026 - 2027 Annual Public Hunting Permit required to apply. 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 07, 2026 –
Dec 10, 2026
Bag Limit
Daily Quail Statewide bag and possession limits apply.
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Shotguns
Hunt Restrictions
Any vehicle with an elevated seat or shooting platform is strictly prohibited. Any ATV or UTV is prohibited in the park.
Hunt Method
Entire Area ; It is strongly recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. All roads in the park interior are rugged and unpaved, some of which contain overgrown vegetation.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
24
Fee per adult: $
0.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
1- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
809
Permits/Groups:
24
Success Rate:
77%
Gun Mule Deer
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$3.00 /adult
Feral hogs are in limited numbers. Hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations are conducted by Lorissa DiGiacomo Park Superintendent Fort Leaton SHS. The Bunkhouse will not be available for reservation, please call if you have any questions about camping (RV restrictions, reservations, etc.).
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline: October 01, 2026
2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 14, 2026 –
Dec 17, 2026
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Restrictions
Any vehicle with an elevated seat or shooting platform is strictly prohibited. Any ATV or UTV is prohibited in the park. Hunting dogs are prohibited.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; It is strongly recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. All roads in the park interior are rugged and unpaved, some of which contain overgrown vegetation.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
12
Fee per adult: $
130.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
7093
Permits/Groups:
12
Success Rate:
16%
Javelina
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$ 3.00 /adult
Feral hogs are in limited numbers. Hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations are conducted by Lorissa DiGiacomo Park Superintendent Fort Leaton SHS. The Bunkhouse will not be available for reservation, please call if you have any questions about camping (RV restrictions, reservations, etc.).
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2026
2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 12, 2026 –
Oct 15, 2026
Bag Limit
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Feral Hogs
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Handguns
Shotguns with Birdshot
Hunt Restrictions
Any vehicle with an elevated seat or shooting platform is strictly prohibited. Any ATV or UTV is prohibited in the park. Hunting dogs are prohibited.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; It is strongly recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. All roads in the park interior are rugged and unpaved, some of which contain overgrown vegetation.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
12
Fee per adult: $
130.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
418
Permits/Groups:
12
Success Rate:
16%
Youth Only Gun Deer - Either Sex
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$ 0.00 /adult
Adult Supervisor (at least 18 years old) required.
Feral hogs are in limited numbers. Hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations are conducted by Lorissa DiGiacomo Park Superintendent Fort Leaton SHS. The Bunkhouse will not be available for reservation, please call if you have any questions about camping (RV restrictions, reservations, etc.).
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired: September 01, 2026
2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 22, 2026 –
Nov 25, 2026
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Either Sex
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Handguns
Hunt Restrictions
Any vehicle with an elevated seat or shooting platform is strictly prohibited. Any ATV or UTV is prohibited in the park. Hunting dogs are prohibited.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; It is strongly recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. All roads in the park interior are rugged and unpaved, some of which contain overgrown vegetation.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
12
Fee per adult: $
0.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
18
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
311
Permits/Groups:
12
Success Rate:
54%