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  1. Abilene SP
  2. Alazan Bayou WMA
  3. Albert & Bessie Kronkosky SNA
  4. Atlanta SP
  5. Bastrop SP
  6. Big Bend Ranch SP
  7. Caprock Canyons SP
  8. Chaparral WMA
  9. Choke Canyon SP - North Shore Unit
  10. Colorado Bend SP
  11. Cooper WMA
  12. Devil's Sinkhole SNA
  13. E.O. Siecke State Forest
  14. Enchanted Rock SNA
  15. Garner SP
  16. Gene Howe WMA
  17. Guadalupe River SP
  18. Guadalupe River SP - Bauer Unit
  19. Gus Engeling WMA
  20. Hill Country SNA
  21. Honey Creek SNA
  22. I.D. Fairchild State Forest
  23. Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP
  24. James Daughtrey WMA
  25. John Henry Kirby State Forest
  26. Justin Hurst WMA
  27. Lake Brownwood SP
  28. Lake McClellan Recreation Area
  29. Lake Mineral Wells SP
  30. Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit
  31. Lake Tawakoni State Park
  32. Las Palomas WMA - Arroyo Colorado Unit
  33. Masterson State Forest
  34. Matagorda Island WMA
  35. Nannie Stringfellow WMA
  36. Old Sabine Bottom WMA
  37. Pedernales Falls SP
  38. Powderhorn State Park
  39. Powderhorn WMA
  40. Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit
  41. Richland Creek WMA - Trinity Unit
  42. San Angelo SP
  43. South Llano River SP
  44. Taylor Lakes, Playa Lakes WMA
  45. Village Creek SP
  46. White Oak Creek WMA
Abilene SP Download Abilene SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
This hunt will occur at Lake Abilene only. Compartments 20-40 acres with a feeder in each compartment. Hunting will generally occur near feeders.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 01, 2023 – Dec 03, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind or Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 8
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
Applicants: 208
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate: 56%
Alazan Bayou WMA Download Alazan Bayou WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 11, 2023 – Nov 12, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have inside spread greater than or equal to 13" or at least 1 unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Shotguns with Buckshot
Hunt Method
Compartment
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
Applicants: 68
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 17%
Albert & Bessie Kronkosky SNA Download Albert & Bessie Kronkosky SNA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Orientation will be at Albert & Bessie State Natural Area on Friday at 6:30 PM. Orientation is mandatory. Due to rough, rocky roads, hunters will be moved to and from stand using TPWD UTVs only. No camping available on site. Blind and feeder will be assigned on first day.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 03, 2023 – Nov 05, 2023
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; One Buck and Two Doe/Antlerless
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Extra baiting with corn or alfalfa is allowed.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 5
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
Applicants: 148
Permits/Groups: 15
Success Rate: 13%
Atlanta SP Download Atlanta SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 13, 2024 – Jan 15, 2024
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Total three (3) white-tailed deer either sex - Either (3) three antlerless deer or one (1) legal buck and two (2) antlerless deer. Buck(s) must have an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater (Limit One) or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 10
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
Applicants: 47
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 36%
Bastrop SP Download Bastrop SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Exotic Mammals are in limited numbers. Baiting is allowed.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 29, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Bucks must follow antler restrictions for Bastrop County. Limit of 1 buck greater than 13 inches.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Compartment; Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds since blinds are not provided within compartments. Extensive walking is required to reach prime hunting areas.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 16
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
Applicants: 249
Permits/Groups: 16
Success Rate:
Big Bend Ranch SP Download Big Bend Ranch SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Feral hogs are in limited numbers.
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
Nov 27, 2023 – Nov 30, 2023
Bag Limit
One Mule Deer; Either Sex
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, and some roads require a 4WD, high clearance vehicle. Bring good binoculars.
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
Applicants: 267
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Caprock Canyons SP Download Caprock Canyons SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
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.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 26, 2023 – Dec 29, 2023
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 white-tailed and mule deer bucks.
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Aoudad; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Vehicular access is restricted to established roadways. Hunters are responsible for driving to their compartment. Camping is available for hunter and supervising adult only. No horses, dogs, ATVs, or UTVs allowed.
Hunt Method
Compartment; Hunters should be prepared for long distance shots of at least 200 yards. 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.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 8
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
Applicants: 209
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate: 25%
Chaparral WMA Download Chaparral WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Hunt goes until end of legal shooting time on the last day of the hunt period. All participants must visibly wear a minimum of 400 square inches of daylight fluorescent orange material, with at least 144 square inches appearing on both chest and back and orange headwear.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 27, 2023 – Dec 30, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck; Limit 1 buck. Buck must have an inside main beam spread wider than the ear tips with a minimum spread of at least 14 inches.
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Restrictions
No standby positions are available. Only youth are permitted to harvest. Only permitted individuals may attend.
Hunt Method
Compartment; Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds, shooting sticks, and a stool/chair for youth in blinds.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 15
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
Applicants: 876
Permits/Groups: 20
Success Rate: 38%
Choke Canyon SP - North Shore Unit Download Choke Canyon SP - North Shore Unit Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 10:00 AM on the first day of the hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA hunt (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 18, 2023 – Dec 20, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Restrictions
Only youth are permitted to harvest animals during hunt period. Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants on this hunt.
Hunt Method
Compartment; No blinds are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds, chairs, and shooting sticks for youth hunters.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 4
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
Applicants: 129
Permits/Groups: 4
Success Rate: 60%
Colorado Bend SP Download Colorado Bend SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds. There are temporary blinds made with cattle panel and t-posts that you can stack cedar limbs against and use for cover if you do not have a portable blind. Campsites will be available to reserve.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 03, 2023 – Nov 05, 2023
Dec 27, 2023 – Dec 29, 2023
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Aoudad; Either Sex
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Restrictions
Only processed feeds, such as horse and mule sweet feed, will be allowed. Corn is no longer acceptable. Only Drawn Youth Hunters and their one supervisor will be allowed in the park during the hunt.
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 50
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
Applicants: 405
Permits/Groups: 50
Success Rate: 45%
Cooper WMA Download Cooper WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 04, 2023 – Nov 05, 2023
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck(s) must have an inside main beam spread equal to or wider than the ear tips (Limit One) or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders
Hunt Method
Compartment; Hunters may bring portable blinds. ATVs and ORVs are allowed.
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available: 10
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
Applicants: 92
Permits/Groups: 0
Success Rate: 13%
Devil's Sinkhole SNA Download Devil's Sinkhole SNA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 18, 2023 – Nov 20, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger Exotic Mammals
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 5
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
Applicants: 98
Permits/Groups: 5
Success Rate: 100%
E.O. Siecke State Forest Download E.O. Siecke State Forest Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have at least one unbranched antler or an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Bring Chairs for all hunters and shooting sticks. Bait is recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 7
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
Applicants: 41
Permits/Groups: 7
Success Rate: 43%
Enchanted Rock SNA Download Enchanted Rock SNA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
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.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 19, 2023 – Dec 21, 2023
Bag Limit
Five White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck and One With at Least One Unbranched Antler
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; Hunters will be taken to and from blinds by Department staff. Hunters will need to bring a shooting stick and fold-up chair.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 10
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
Applicants: 452
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Garner SP Download Garner SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Corn Feeders Provided. Additional baiting allowed but must be removed upon completion of hunt. No more than two hunters allowed in blind at one time. Each youth hunter will need a supervising adult. Exceptions may be made by hunt master if youth has significant hunting experience and of age and maturity to hunt alone for the entire day.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 03, 2024 – Jan 05, 2024
Jan 05, 2024 – Jan 07, 2024
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Axis Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 40
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
Applicants: 410
Permits/Groups: 40
Success Rate: 33%
Gene Howe WMA Download Gene Howe WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Hunt welcome and in-brief will be conducted at 11:00 AM on the first day of the hunt at the Gene Howe WMA Headquarters. Hunt will occur from noon on the first day through noon on the last day.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 11, 2023 – Nov 12, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have an inside main beam spread wider than the ear tips with a minimum spread of at least 14 inches.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 1
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
Applicants: 54
Permits/Groups: 1
Success Rate: 100%
Guadalupe River SP Download Guadalupe River SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Be prepared to walk up to 1/2 mile to assigned blind. Please note that while exotics are present there is no guarantee that they will appear at every blind. Check-in will be at Park HQ at 8:30 AM. Orientation begins at 10:00 AM at the amphitheater behind the Discovery Center at Guadalupe River State Park. Confirmed hunters need to be at Park no later than 9:15 AM, or they may lose their spot to a standby hunter. Standby hunt spots are not guaranteed, please be at the park entrance gate no later than 9:00 AM. The hunt ends at 30 minutes past sunset on the last hunt day. Hunters are taken to their assigned blind on the first morning of the hunt; hunters are responsible for getting to their assigned blind thereafter. Please call Park at least one week prior to the hunting period if you are planning on staying at the park during the hunting period. Family members are allowed to camp with the authorized hunter but will be restricted to the campsite during the hunt period.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 17, 2023 – Dec 19, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex; Axis, Sika, Aoudad, Mouflon
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Please do not bring any type of bait that contains seeds. Also, please do not bring alfalfa.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Blinds (pop-up and fixed) are provided by the park. Recommend that you bring your own seating (folding/camp chairs). Please ensure you bring the required safety items, including a flashlight.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 4
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
Applicants: 287
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Guadalupe River SP - Bauer Unit Download Guadalupe River SP - Bauer Unit Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Be prepared to walk up to 1/2 mile to assigned blind. Please note that while exotics are present there is no guarantee that they will appear at every blind. Check-in will be at Park HQ at 8:30 AM. Orientation begins at 10:00 AM at the amphitheater behind the Discovery Center at Guadalupe River State Park. Confirmed hunters need to be at Park no later than 9:15 AM, or they may lose their spot to a standby hunter. Standby hunt spots are not guaranteed, please be at the park entrance gate no later than 9:00 AM. The hunt ends at 30 minutes past sunset on the last hunt day. Hunters are taken to their assigned blind on the first morning of the hunt; hunters are responsible for getting to their assigned blind thereafter. Please call Park at least one week prior to the hunting period if you are planning on staying at the park during the hunting period. Family members are allowed to camp with the authorized hunter but will be restricted to the campsite during the hunt period.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 17, 2023 – Dec 19, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex; Axis, Sika, Aoudad, Mouflon
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Please do not bring any type of bait that contains seeds. Also, please do not bring alfalfa.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Blinds (pop-up and fixed) are provided by the park. Recommend that you bring your own seating (folding/camp chairs). Please ensure you bring the required safety items, including a flashlight.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 4
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
Applicants: 149
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Gus Engeling WMA Download Gus Engeling WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 18, 2023 – Nov 20, 2023
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Buck must have an inside main beam spread equal to or wider than the ear tips or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Shotguns with Buckshot
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange required. Use of ATVs and ORVs is prohibited.
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 40
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
Applicants: 152
Permits/Groups: 40
Success Rate: 32%
Hill Country SNA Download Hill Country SNA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Exotic Mammals are in limited numbers and are not seen or harvested on a regular basis.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 20, 2023 – Nov 22, 2023
Dec 26, 2023 – Dec 28, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 32
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
Applicants: 183
Permits/Groups: 32
Success Rate: 28%
Honey Creek SNA Download Honey Creek SNA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Be prepared to walk up to 1/2 mile to assigned blind. Please note that while exotics are present there is no guarantee that they will appear at every blind. Check-in will be at Park HQ at 8:30 AM. Orientation begins at 10:00 AM at the amphitheater behind the Discovery Center at Guadalupe River State Park. Confirmed hunters need to be at Park no later than 9:15 AM, or they may lose their spot to a standby hunter. Standby hunt spots are not guaranteed, please be at the park entrance gate no later than 9:00 AM. The hunt ends at 30 minutes past sunset on the last hunt day. Hunters are taken to their assigned blind on the first morning of the hunt; hunters are responsible for getting to their assigned blind thereafter. Please call Park at least one week prior to the hunting period if you are planning on staying at the park during the hunting period. Family members are allowed to camp with the authorized hunter but will be restricted to the campsite during the hunt period.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 17, 2023 – Dec 19, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex; Axis, Sika, Aoudad, Mouflon
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Please do not bring any type of bait that contains seeds. Also, please do not bring alfalfa.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Blinds (pop-up and fixed) are provided by the park. Recommend that you bring your own seating (folding/camp chairs). Please ensure you bring the required safety items, including a flashlight.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 3
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
Applicants: 98
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
I.D. Fairchild State Forest Download I.D. Fairchild State Forest Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
A virtual Hunter Orientation session will be sent to participants for awarded hunters. Standby hunters should report to site at 09:00am on first day of hunt. If standbys are present, a second hunt orientation will be held after the standby drawing on Saturday October 28th, 2023 at 09:00am. Hunt period will be on 10/28/22 (30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset) and 10/29/23 (30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Cherokee County Antler Restrictions will be in affect.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
Unlimited Bobcats
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Harassment and/or take of eastern wild turkeys is prohibited.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Bring chair for all hunters and shooting sticks/rest.
Baiting
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
Applicants: 82
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 67%
Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP Download Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 03, 2023 – Nov 05, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 7
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
Applicants: 135
Permits/Groups: 7
Success Rate: 100%
James Daughtrey WMA Download James Daughtrey WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
All participants must visibly wear a minimum of 400 square inches of daylight fluorescent orange material, with at least 144 square inches appearing on both chest and back and orange headwear.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 18, 2023 – Dec 20, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Restrictions
Only youth are permitted to harvest animals during hunt period.
Hunt Method
Compartment; Some permanent stands are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds, chairs, and shooting sticks for youth-hunter use.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 10
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
Applicants: 245
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 75%
John Henry Kirby State Forest Download John Henry Kirby State Forest Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; County Buck Restrictions Will Apply
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; MUST BRING CHAIRS! Consider bringing a shooting stick.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 6
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
Applicants: 37
Permits/Groups: 6
Success Rate: 50%
Justin Hurst WMA Download Justin Hurst WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 07, 2023 – Oct 08, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Rubber boots, rain gear, mosquito repellent, and ORVs/ATVs are strongly recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 24
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
Applicants: 189
Permits/Groups: 21
Success Rate: 61%
Lake Brownwood SP Download Lake Brownwood SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Orientation and check-in will take place at the park headquarters, campsites and lodging will be available at that time. Regular park camping and lodging fees will apply.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 02, 2023 – Dec 03, 2023
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck and One With at Least One Unbranched Antler; Limit one forked antlered buck with 13 inch or greater inside spread and one buck with at least one unbranched antler
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 6
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
Applicants: 167
Permits/Groups: 6
Success Rate: 100%
Lake McClellan Recreation Area Download Lake McClellan Recreation Area Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
White-tailed deer are the primary species inhabiting the area. Mule deer, feral hogs and exotics are very limited in number. Hunters and supervisors will be taken to assigned blinds by Forest Service and TPWD staff. Blinds are placed in a safe location and cannot be moved or repositioned. Walking in the unit area is strictly prohibited. A mandatory orientation will be held at noon on Friday. The hunt will begin immediately following the orientation. All hunters and supervisors must wear a minimum of 400 square inches of fluorescent orange material covering the chest and back and orange headwear. All harvested animals must be checked in no later than noon on Sunday.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 08, 2023 – Dec 10, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer or Mule Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; May take 1 mule deer or whitetail buck and 1 antlerless whitetail, or 2 antlerless whitetail. Antlerless mule deer are NOT allowed.
Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex; Any exotics present
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 6
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
Applicants: 143
Permits/Groups: 5
Success Rate: 80%
Lake Mineral Wells SP Download Lake Mineral Wells SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Check in is at 10 a.m. at Park Administration Training Center. This hunt will end at 6 p.m. on the last day. A copy of your valid Texas hunting license, driver's license (adult) and hunter's education card will be made by park staff upon check-in. Hunters will draw for blinds.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 09, 2023 – Dec 10, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Blinds are placed in a safe location and cannot be moved or repositioned. Walking in the unit area is strictly prohibited. All hunters must wear a minimum of 400 square inches of fluorescent orange material, with 144 square inches on both chest an
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Each hunter should bring a flashlight, drinking water and foul weather gear.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 9
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
Applicants: 194
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 80%
Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit Download Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standby availability will be at hunt manager's discretion. All standby's must be present no later than one hour before the orientation starts. Orientation begins at 11 am on the first day of the hunt.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 09, 2023 – Dec 10, 2023
Jan 20, 2024 – Jan 21, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck(s) must have an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater (Limit One) or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Hunters will be taken to and from blinds by Department staff.
Baiting
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
Applicants: 155
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Lake Tawakoni State Park Download Lake Tawakoni State Park Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available, and applicants must be at the Lake Tawakoni State Park headquarters building before 10:00 AM on the first day of the hunt period. Please call the park to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Shotguns with Slugs or Buckshot
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 3
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
Las Palomas WMA - Arroyo Colorado Unit Download Las Palomas WMA - Arroyo Colorado Unit Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standby will be drawn at 11:00am on the first day of the hunt.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 09, 2023 – Dec 10, 2023
Dec 27, 2023 – Dec 30, 2023
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless or One Buck
One Javelina; Either Sex
Hunt Restrictions
No harvesting bobcats, coyotes, or nilgai.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
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
Applicants: 54
Permits/Groups: 12
Success Rate: 40%
Masterson State Forest Download Masterson State Forest Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have at least one unbranched antler or an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Bring Chairs for all hunters and shooting sticks. Bait is recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 5
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
Applicants: 29
Permits/Groups: 5
Success Rate: 40%
Matagorda Island WMA Download Matagorda Island WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standby applicants must register at the check station on the island before 11:00 am. Hunters are responsible for their own boat transportation to and from the island.
All hunters must provide their own boat transportation to and from the Island. TPWD does not provide this service.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 16, 2023 – Dec 18, 2023
Dec 28, 2023 – Dec 30, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Hunters will be taken to and from blinds by Department staff.
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 24
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
Applicants: 100
Permits/Groups: 24
Success Rate: 59%
Nannie Stringfellow WMA Download Nannie Stringfellow WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
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.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 07, 2023 – Oct 08, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; ATVs and ORVs highly recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 23
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
Applicants: 116
Permits/Groups: 23
Success Rate: 52%
Old Sabine Bottom WMA Download Old Sabine Bottom WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Dec 09, 2023 – Dec 10, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; A legal buck must have a main beam spread equal to or wider than the ear tips or with at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders .45 Caliber or Larger
Hunt Method
Compartment; ATVs, ORVs or boats recommended, but not required, depending on river conditions. Call ahead for more information. (903/881-8233)
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 50
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
Applicants: 38
Permits/Groups: 50
Success Rate: 10%
Pedernales Falls SP Download Pedernales Falls SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
All provided blinds are ground brush blinds. All hunters must use provided blinds. wooden benches are provided. 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.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 18, 2023 – Dec 20, 2023
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Exotic Mammals
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Restrictions
Commercially packaged deer corn is only permissible bait.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Bring a more comfortable seat or chair.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 3
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
Applicants: 175
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Powderhorn State Park Download Powderhorn State Park Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Hunt coincides with Powderhorn WMA hunt dates (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Powderhorn WMA checkstation).
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 18, 2023 – Nov 20, 2023
Jan 06, 2024 – Jan 07, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Sambar Deer; Either Sex
One Axis Deer; Either Sex
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 8
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
Applicants: 446
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
Powderhorn WMA Download Powderhorn WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 18, 2023 – Nov 20, 2023
Jan 06, 2024 – Jan 07, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Sambar Deer; Either Sex
One Axis Deer; Either Sex
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 32
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
Applicants: 983
Permits/Groups: 48
Success Rate: 71%
Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit Download Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Camping is allowed only in the Frentress Unit campsite. The campsite does not have water or electricity; however, restroom facilities and drinking water are available at the check station.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Legal bucks must have one unbranched antler or a main beam spread equal to or greater than the ear tips
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange is required.
Hunt Method
Compartment; ATV or ORV use is permitted and recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 10
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
Applicants: 109
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 46%
Richland Creek WMA - Trinity Unit Download Richland Creek WMA - Trinity Unit Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Camping is allowed only in the Trinity Unit campsite. The campsite does not have water or electricity; however, restroom facilities and drinking water are available at the check station.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Legal bucks must have one unbranched antler or a main beam spread equal to or greater than the ear tips
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange required.
Hunt Method
Compartment; ATVs or UTVs recommended.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 25
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
Applicants: 185
Permits/Groups: 25
Success Rate: 48%
San Angelo SP Download San Angelo SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Hunting by assigned blind provided by the park. 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 office no later than 10:59 a.m. on the first day of each scheduled hunt. Standby drawings 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.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 01, 2023 – Dec 03, 2023
Bag Limit
Four White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck and One Spike Buck.
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
One Exotic Mammals; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 20
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
Applicants: 274
Permits/Groups: 20
Success Rate: 86%
South Llano River SP Download South Llano River SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
This park will be experiencing capital improvement construction throughout the 2023-2024 hunting season. Blinds in or near construction will not be used. The full impact of construction on success of hunts is minimal at this time.
This park will be experiencing capital improvement construction throughout the 2023-2024 hunting season. Blinds in or near construction will not be used. The full impact of construction on success of hunts is minimal at this time.
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 20, 2023 – Nov 22, 2023
Jan 02, 2024 – Jan 04, 2024
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
Unlimited Sika Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Fallow Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Axis Deer; Either Sex
Unlimited Blackbuck; Either Sex
Unlimited Aoudad; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Restrictions
Corn and corn products must be in original container and marked as containing less that 20ppb aflotoxin.
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 20
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
Applicants: 682
Permits/Groups: 20
Success Rate: 84%
Taylor Lakes, Playa Lakes WMA Download Taylor Lakes, Playa Lakes WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
No standbys available.
Application Deadline Expired 1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 24, 2023 – Nov 26, 2023
Bag Limit
Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Antler Restrictions, inside main beam spread wider than the ear tips with a minimum spread of at least 14 inches.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind or Compartment
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 1
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
Applicants: 23
Permits/Groups: 1
Success Rate: 100%
Village Creek SP Download Village Creek SP Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 06, 2024 – Jan 07, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must follow county antler restrictions
Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
Hunt Method
Assigned Blind; Must Bring Chairs and Recommend Bringing a Shooting Stick for Pop-Up Blinds
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available: 8
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
Applicants: 24
Permits/Groups: 8
Success Rate:
White Oak Creek WMA Download White Oak Creek WMA Brochure
$0.00 /adult
Expired
No baiting allowed.
Access to and from assigned units is on county or state roads. All deer must be field dressed and brought to the check station. Without ATVs or UTVs be prepared for long hikes over rough terrain. Units on average are approximately 1,500 acres each.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired 2 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Oct 28, 2023 – Oct 29, 2023
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Buck(s) must have an inside main beam spread equal to or wider than the ear tips (Limit One) or at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Coyotes
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles
Muzzleloaders
Hunt Method
Compartment; ATVs and ORVs are recommended but not required.
Baiting
Not allowed
Groups
Available: 18
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
Applicants: 44
Permits/Groups: 0
Success Rate: 57%