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  1. Big Bend Ranch SP
  2. Black Gap WMA
  3. Caprock Canyons SP
  4. Elephant Mountain WMA
  5. Gene Howe WMA
  6. Matador WMA
  7. Sierra Diablo WMA
  8. Yoakum Dunes WMA
Big Bend Ranch SP Download Big Bend Ranch SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
Feral hogs are in limited numbers. No standby.
Hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations are conducted by Sgt. David Dotter, PPO.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 05, 2022 – Dec 08, 2023
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
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, and some roads require a 4WD, high clearance vehicle. Bring good binoculars.
Baiting
Not 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: 6471
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 64%
Black Gap WMA Download Black Gap WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 27, 2022 – Dec 30, 2022
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Buck Only
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: 5333
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate: 63%
Caprock Canyons SP Download Caprock Canyons SP Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
Because of 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.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 06, 2022 – Dec 09, 2022
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Either Sex; Antler restrictions will apply to both mule deer and white-tailed bucks.
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
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.
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: 4606
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate:
Elephant Mountain WMA Download Elephant Mountain WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
Feral hogs and coyotes are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 19, 2022 – Dec 22, 2022
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
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: 4383
Permits/Groups: 4
Success Rate:
Gene Howe WMA Download Gene Howe WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
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.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 1 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 05, 2022 – Dec 09, 2022
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Buck Only; Limit One Buck; 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. 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
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
Matador WMA Download Matador WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 12, 2022 – Dec 16, 2022
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
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Shotguns
Hunt Method
Compartment
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: 5920
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 50%
Sierra Diablo WMA Download Sierra Diablo WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
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.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 03, 2023 – Jan 06, 2023
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
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: 5570
Permits/Groups: 2
Success Rate:
Yoakum Dunes WMA Download Yoakum Dunes WMA Brochure
$3.00 /adult
Expired
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 1 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 05, 2022 – Dec 09, 2022
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
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: 3310
Permits/Groups: 1
Success Rate: 100%