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$0.00 /adult
All hunters must possess a valid hunting license and any required stamp endorsements. The APH permit and stamp requirements are waived for persons less than 17 years of age.
No standbys available.
2026 - 2027 Annual Public Hunting Permit required to apply. 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 05, 2026 – Dec 06, 2026
Dec 19, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026
Jan 02, 2027 – Jan 03, 2027
Bag Limit
Daily Pheasant Bag and possession limits for Castro County apply.
Daily Waterfowl Bag and possession limits for High Plains Mallard, West Goose, and Sandhill Crane Zone A apply.
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Shotguns
Hunt Restrictions
Hunters must possess shotguns with non-toxic bird shot only. Shooting hours correspond to those established by general state regulations for pheasant and waterfowl.
Hunt Method
Entire Area; This WMA is located in the Texas Panhandle in Castro County, approximately 1 hour southwest of Amarillo. Please do not confuse with Dimmit County in south Texas.
Baiting
Not allowed
Groups
Available: 3
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
Applicants: 2040
Permits/Groups: 3
Success Rate: 62%