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  1. Atlanta SP
  2. Bastrop SP
  3. Brazos Bend SP
  4. Colorado Bend SP
  5. Cooper WMA
  6. Copper Breaks SP
  7. Devil's Sinkhole SNA
  8. Dinosaur Valley SP
  9. Enchanted Rock SNA
  10. Gene Howe WMA
  11. Gus Engeling WMA
  12. Hill Country SNA
  13. Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP
  14. Lake Brownwood SP
  15. Lake Somerville SP - Birch Creek Unit
  16. Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit
  17. Lake Whitney SP
  18. Lost Maples SNA
  19. Nannie Stringfellow WMA
  20. Pedernales Falls SP
  21. Post Oak Ridge State Park
  22. Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit
  23. Richland Creek WMA - South Unit
  24. San Angelo SP
  25. Seminole Canyon SP / HS
  26. South Llano River SP
  27. Trinity River WMA
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 28, 2026 – Dec 30, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Buck; Total two (2) white-tailed deer either sex. Either two (2) antlerless deer or one (1) spike buck and one (1) antlerless deer. Spike bucks must have at least one (1) unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 10
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 364
Permits/Groups: 6
Success Rate: 80%
Hunters should bring their own blinds. Exotics are present. However, there is no guarantee that they will appear in every assigned blind location.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 03, 2027 – Jan 05, 2027
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex; Red Deer
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Compartment; Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds since blinds are not provided within compartments.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 16
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1757
Permits/Groups: 16
Success Rate: 45%
Brazos Bend SP Download Brazos Bend SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Hunters will be taken to and from blinds by department staff. Blinds will be assigned through a random drawing. All youth 17 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult supervisor (at least 18 years old) while hunting.
No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 15, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 30
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1379
Permits/Groups: 30
Success Rate: 96%
Colorado Bend SP Download Colorado Bend SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Exotics are present however there is no guarantee that they will appear in every compartment.
No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 17, 2026 – Nov 19, 2026
Dec 15, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Aoudad; Either Sex
Unlimited Axis Deer; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed. Only drawn hunters, youth hunter supervisors, and those assisting hunters with mobility disabilities will be allowed in the
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind or Compartment; Vehicles with high clearance are recommended. Hunters are encouraged to bring pop-up blinds. Constructed blinds are available and may be used. Blinds are constructed with cattle panel wrapped around t-posts.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 50
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 2509
Permits/Groups: 25
Success Rate: 40%
Standby payments by credit or debit cards only.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 28, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders
Hunt Method
Compartment; Hunters may bring portable blinds. ATVs and ORVs allowed.
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available: 10
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 514
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 35%
Copper Breaks SP Download Copper Breaks SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Drawn Hunters MUST report to the Park Headquarters for MANDATORY Orientation at 10am on the day of the hunt. Before leaving hunters need to check out at the designated checkout station
No standbys available.
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 04, 2026 – Dec 06, 2026
Dec 18, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Rabbits/Hares
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders
Hunt Restrictions
ATV's, UTV's are not allowed, Hunter orange hat and vest is required at all times regardless of species hunted. No latecomers will be accepted.
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available: 6
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 491
Permits/Groups: 6
Success Rate: 80%
Devil's Sinkhole SNA Download Devil's Sinkhole SNA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 08, 2027 – Jan 10, 2027
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Spike Buck; Two Antlerless, One Spike
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind or Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 4
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1920
Permits/Groups: 4
Success Rate:
Dinosaur Valley SP Download Dinosaur Valley SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Orientation will be held on the first day of the hunt at 10:00 a.m. Feral pigs in limited numbers. Non-permitted hunters, visitors, and family members will not be allowed in the park during hunts, except for a non-hunting adult assisting a permitted hunter with mobility disabilities. Camping will be available in the park for allowed hunters. The standard overnight camping fees will apply. Campsites with water and electricity will be available. A trailer dump station and rest room with showers are available in the camping area. For more information, please contact the park at 254-897-4588.
No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 07, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Muzzleloaders
Shotguns with Slugs
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 10
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
Applicants: 661
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 50%
Enchanted Rock SNA Download Enchanted Rock SNA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Exotic Mammals are in limited numbers. Permitted hunter should report to the park by 10:00 am on the first day of the assigned hunt period. Standby hunters should report to the park by 9:00 am on the first day of the desired hunt period for the selection process.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 01, 2026 – Dec 04, 2026
Jan 26, 2027 – Jan 29, 2027
Bag Limit
Five White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Baiting allowed; Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind or Compartment; Depending on blind location, hunters will be taken to and from blinds or shown blinds by Department staff. Hunters will need to bring a shooting stick and fold-up chair.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 50
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
Applicants: 2196
Permits/Groups: 25
Success Rate: 50%
Gene Howe WMA Download Gene Howe WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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The hunt orientation will be conducted at 11:00 AM on the first day of the hunt at the Gene Howe WMA Headquarters. Standby draw will occur at 11:00 AM on the first day of the hunt. The hunt will occur from noon on the first day through noon on the last day.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 07, 2026 – Dec 09, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 4
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
Applicants: 308
Permits/Groups: 6
Success Rate: 66%
Gus Engeling WMA Download Gus Engeling WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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The hunt orientation will be conducted at 12:00 PM on the first day of the hunt at the Gus Engeling WMA Hunter Check Station. Standbys must be signed in at the check station before 11:00 AM on the first day of the hunt. Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 01, 2026 – Dec 03, 2026
Dec 08, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026
Dec 15, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Shotguns with Buckshot
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange required. ATV and ORV use is prohibited.
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 150
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 578
Permits/Groups: 150
Success Rate: 23%
Hill Country SNA Download Hill Country SNA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Exotic Mammals are in limited numbers and are not seen or harvested on a regular basis. Permitted hunters should report to the Park headquarters by 10:30 a.m. on the first day of the hunt. Standbys may be available at the discretion of the hunt manager. Please call area to confirm. The standby drawing will be at 10:00 am on the first day of the hunt and prospective hunters are required to be at the Park headquarters for the drawing (Drawing is for individuals not groups).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 09, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026
Dec 07, 2026 – Dec 09, 2026
Jan 19, 2027 – Jan 21, 2027
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Baiting allowed; Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 36
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1421
Permits/Groups: 36
Success Rate: 39%
Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP Download Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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ADA accessible blinds available, please contact the park for details.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 12, 2027 – Jan 14, 2027
Jan 19, 2027 – Jan 21, 2027
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Baiting allowed; Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 14
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1907
Permits/Groups: 14
Success Rate: 86%
Lake Brownwood SP Download Lake Brownwood SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Hunting is by assigned blind. Blind, chair, and feeder are provided by park. No ATVs/UTVs allowed. No dogs allowed. Orientation and check-in will take place at the park headquarters at 12 pm on first day of hunt. Campsites and lodging will be available at that time. Regular park camping and lodging fees will apply.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 04, 2027 – Jan 06, 2027
Jan 06, 2027 – Jan 08, 2027
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 8
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 671
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate: 70%
Lake Somerville SP - Birch Creek Unit Download Lake Somerville SP - Birch Creek Unit Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Standby availability is at the hunt manager's discretion. Call Birch Creek HQ at (979)535-7763 the evening before the hunt to verify standby availability via recorded message. All standby hunters must be present no later than 10:30am the first day of the hunt, latecomers will not be accepted. Drawn hunters must arrive by 10:45am. Drawn hunters who do not arrive by 10:45am on the first day of the hunt will forfeit their permit and it will be added to the standbys. Campsites may be available for a fee; contact Park Headquarters for information.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 02, 2026 – Dec 04, 2026
Jan 06, 2027 – Jan 08, 2027
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Centerfire Rifles
Shotguns with Slugs
Hunt Restrictions
Corn must be in original container and marked as containing less that 20ppb aflatoxin. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Ground blinds are provided by the park. It is recommended that you bring your own seating (folding/camp chairs). Hunters may bring pop-up blinds, however use will be at hunt coordinator's discretion.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 12
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 952
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 86%
Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit Download Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Standby availability is at the hunt manager's discretion. Call Nails Creek HQ at (979)289-2392 the evening before the hunt to verify standby availability via recorded message. All standby hunters must be present no later than 10:30am the first day of the hunt, latecomers will not be accepted. Drawn hunters must arrive by 10:45am. Drawn hunters who do not arrive by 10:45am on the first day of the hunt will forfeit their permit and it will be added to the standbys. Campsites may be available for a fee; contact Park Headquarters for information.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 13, 2027 – Jan 15, 2027
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Centerfire Rifles
Shotguns with Slugs
Hunt Restrictions
Corn must be in original container and marked as containing less that 20ppb aflatoxin. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Ground blinds are provided by the park. It is recommended that you bring your own seating (folding/camp chairs). Hunters may bring pop-up blinds, however use will be at hunt coordinator's discretion.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 4
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1130
Permits/Groups: 5
Success Rate: 100%
Lake Whitney SP Download Lake Whitney SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Feral hogs are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 07, 2026 – Dec 09, 2026
Dec 09, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026
Jan 20, 2027 – Jan 22, 2027
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Muzzleloaders .45 Caliber or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 30
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 556
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Lost Maples SNA Download Lost Maples SNA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Hunters should bring portable blinds and chairs. Minimal blind structures are present consisting of cattle panels and t-posts. Walking is required to reach prime hunting areas. Exotic mammals are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 05, 2027 – Jan 07, 2027
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Baiting allowed; Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Permitted hunter should report to the park by 10:00 am on the first day of the assigned hunt period. Standby hunters should report to the park by 9:00 am on the first day of the desired hunt period for the selection process.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 5
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1175
Permits/Groups: 5
Success Rate: 60%
Nannie Stringfellow WMA Download Nannie Stringfellow WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Hunters must attend an 11:00 a.m. mandatory orientation at the Nannie Stringfellow WMA headquarters on the first day of the hunt period. Gates open at 9:00 a.m. For more information call 979/798-8746.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 08, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit Two Antlerless and Two Bucks; Limit is 2 antlerless or 2 spike bucks or 1 antlerless and 1 spike buck.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; ATVs and ORVs highly recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 17
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 658
Permits/Groups: 23
Success Rate: 43%
Pedernales Falls SP
$3.00 /adult
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Permitted hunters should report to the Park Headquarters by 11:00 a.m. on the first day of their assigned hunt period. Hunt orientation begins at 12:00 PM. All provided blinds are ground brush blinds or pop-up blinds. Wooden benches are provided upon request. All hunters are required to use provided blinds. A pop-up blind may be authorized as a substitute with the permission of the hunt coordinator.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 15, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026
Jan 19, 2027 – Jan 21, 2027
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless Only
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Restrictions
Commercially packaged deer corn is only permissible bait.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Bring a more comfortable chair or seat. Any mobility impaired hunters should contact the park for accommodations.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 24
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Post Oak Ridge State Park Download Post Oak Ridge State Park Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Hunters should bring their own portable blinds as blinds will not be provided. Orientation on the first day: 11:00AM. Hunt ends on the last day: 11:00AM. No camping available at facility.
No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 06, 2026 – Nov 08, 2026
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Limit One Spike Buck
Unlimited Axis Deer
Unlimited Aoudad
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Baiting allowed; Corn must be labeled for wildlife use (aflatoxin less than 20 ppb) and in it's original container. No other types of baits allowed
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Axis, aoudad, and feral hog may be in low numbers and harvest variable.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 9
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1697
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 50%
Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit Download Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Camping is allowed only in the Carl Frentress Unit campsite. The campsite does not have water or electricity; however, restroom facilities and drinking water are available at the check station. Standby drawing will occur promptly at 11:00a. on first day of the hunt.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 13, 2026 – Oct 15, 2026
Oct 20, 2026 – Oct 22, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter Orange is required.
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 20
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 568
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Richland Creek WMA - South Unit Download Richland Creek WMA - South Unit Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Standby hunters wishing to participate in hunts by special permit must report to the Richland Creek WMA office on the first day of each scheduled hunt. Standby drawings will occur promptly at 11:00 a.m.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 13, 2026 – Oct 15, 2026
Oct 20, 2026 – Oct 22, 2026
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter Orange is required
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 50
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 518
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
San Angelo SP Download San Angelo SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Drawn hunters will be able to drive to their assigned blind dependent on weather conditions. Standby hunters wishing to participate in hunts must report to the San Angelo State Park headquarters located at 3900 Mercedes St., in San Angelo, TX no later than 9:59 a.m. on the first day of each scheduled hunt. Please do not report to the park entrance station. Staff there cannot process standby hunters. Standby drawings will occur promptly at 10:00 a.m. Mandatory orientation for all hunters will occur promptly at 11:00 a.m. For more information call San Angelo State Park at 325-949-4757.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 03, 2026 – Nov 05, 2026
Bag Limit
Four White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Spike Buck
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Four Exotic Mammals; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; High clearance, 4x4 vehicles are recommended. Hunting by assigned blind provided by the park.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 20
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1410
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Seminole Canyon SP / HS Download Seminole Canyon SP / HS Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 04, 2027 – Jan 08, 2027
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Spike Buck
Unlimited Aoudad
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Restrictions
Any vehicle with an elevated seat or shooting platform is prohibited in the hunt compartments. ?Any ATV or UTV is prohibited in the park.
Hunt Method
Compartment; A high clearance vehicle with 10 ply tires is recommended for this hunt. Roads in the hunt compartments are unpaved and rocky.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 8
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
Applicants: 895
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
South Llano River SP Download South Llano River SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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South Llano River State Park will be undergoing capital construction projects throughout the 2026-2027 hunting season. Blinds in or near construction will not be used. Construction is not expected to have an impact on hunt success at this time. For those who intend to camp onsite please contact the park for more information ahead of your scheduled hunt to confirm availability.
No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 20, 2026 – Oct 22, 2026
Nov 03, 2026 – Nov 05, 2026
Dec 15, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Axis Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Fallow Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Sika Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Blackbuck; Either Sex
Unlimited Aoudad; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Restrictions
Baiting is allowed. Corn must be in original container, and marked as having 20 ppb aflatoxin or less.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 30
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 4200
Permits/Groups: 30
Success Rate: 88%
Trinity River WMA Download Trinity River WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
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Standby hunters must apply in person by 11:00 a.m. on the first day of the hunt. Transportation to and from the assigned hunting compartment will be the responsibility of the hunter. Pickup trucks and 4wheel drive vehicles with high ground clearance are encouraged and will provide access to a greater portion of the hunting compartment.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 17, 2026 – Nov 19, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck; Limit One Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter Orange is required.
Hunt Method
Compartment; OHV use is recommended. The area exists almost entirely in Trinity River floodplain and is subject to prolonged periods of extensive flooding. All weather footgear is encouraged.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 10
Fee per adult: $0.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18