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Big Bend Ranch SP
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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.
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
Applicants: 7093
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate:
16%
Black Gap WMA
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$3.00
/adult
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 28, 2026 –
Dec 31, 2026
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Buck Only
Unlimited Coyotes
Unlimited Coyotes
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Not 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: 6138
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Caprock Canyons SP
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$3.00
/adult
Due to the extremely rugged terrain of the park, hunters should be prepared for a very strenuous hunt that may occur during severe winter conditions such as freezing rain or snow. Hunters should be prepared for long distance shots of at least 200 yards.
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 15, 2026 –
Dec 18, 2026
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck; One deer must be antlerless. Antler restrictions will apply to both mule deer and white-tailed bucks.
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders
Hunt Restrictions
Camping is available for hunters only. Vehicular access is restricted to established roadways. Hunters are responsible for driving to their compartment. Antler restrictions will apply to both white-tailed and mule deer bucks. No horses, dogs, or ATV/UTVs
Hunt Method
Compartment; Also, the removal of the harvested animal from portions of the park to the nearest road or pickup point can be very strenuous because of the terrain and size of the animals. Hunters are responsible for removal of their animal.
Baiting
Not 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: 5556
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Elephant Mountain WMA
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$3.00
/adult
Feral hogs and coyotes are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 05, 2027 –
Jan 08, 2027
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Buck Only; Mule deer buck must have an outside spread of at least 18 inches or one side with two points or less
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
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: 4680
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Gene Howe WMA
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$3.00
/adult
The hunt orientation will be conducted at 11:00 AM on the first day of the hunt at the Gene Howe WMA Headquarters. The hunt will occur from noon on the first day through noon on the last day.
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
1 – 1 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 21, 2026 –
Nov 25, 2026
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Buck Only; Mule deer buck must have an outside main beam spread equal to or greater than 20 inches. White-tailed buck must have an inside main beam spread of at least 16 inches.
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Coyotes; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Coyotes; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Guided; Designed as a mule deer hunt. If unsuccessful in locating a mature mule deer buck, then a mature white-tailed deer buck can be taken instead.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
1
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: 2766
Permits/Groups: 1
Success Rate:
100%
Matador WMA
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$3.00
/adult
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 14, 2026 –
Dec 18, 2026
Bag Limit
Two Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Mule Deer Buck; Buck must have an outside main beam spread equal to or greater than 20 inches. Antlerless deer must be White-tailed Deer Only.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Not 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: 6962
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate:
20%
Sierra Diablo WMA
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$3.00
/adult
Elk are in limited numbers. Primitive camping is available on the area, no facilities are available. Hunters will be required to attend a hunt orientation at the WMA HQ prior to being assigned hunt compartments.
No standbys available.
No standbys available.
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 05, 2027 –
Jan 08, 2027
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
One Elk; Either Sex
Unlimited Coyotes
One Elk; Either Sex
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Compartment; A four wheel drive vehicle is REQUIRED. Trailers of any kind are NOT PERMITTED. Hunter orange is REQUIRED.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
2
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: 5972
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Yoakum Dunes WMA
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$3.00
/adult
No standbys available.
1 – 1 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 07, 2026 –
Dec 11, 2026
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Buck Only; Limit One Buck; Mature buck, must have an outside main beam spread equal to or greater than 20".
Unlimited Coyotes; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Coyotes; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Guided
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available:
1
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: 3917
Permits/Groups: 1
Success Rate:
100%