Youth Only Gun Deer - Either Sex Hunt Category Details - Drawn Hunts

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Abilene SP
Alazan Bayou WMA
Atlanta SP
Bastrop SP
Big Bend Ranch SP
Caprock Canyons SP
Chaparral WMA
Choke Canyon SP - North Shore Unit
Colorado Bend SP
Cooper WMA
Devil's Sinkhole SNA
Devils River SNA - Dan Allen Hughes
E.O. Siecke State Forest
Enchanted Rock SNA
Garner SP
Gene Howe WMA
Gene Howe WMA - Pat Murphy Unit
Government Canyon SNA
Guadalupe River SP
Gus Engeling WMA
Hill Country SNA
Honey Creek SNA
Huntsville SP
I.D. Fairchild State Forest
Inks Lake/Longhorn Caverns SP
James Daughtrey WMA
John Henry Kirby State Forest
Justin Hurst WMA
Kerr WMA
Lake Brownwood SP
Lake McClellan Recreation Area
Lake Mineral Wells SP
Lake Somerville SP - Nails Creek Unit
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Masterson State Forest
Matagorda Island WMA
Nannie Stringfellow WMA
Old Sabine Bottom WMA
Pedernales Falls SP
Post Oak Ridge State Park
Powderhorn State Park
Powderhorn WMA
Richland Creek WMA - Carl Frentress Unit
Richland Creek WMA - Trinity Unit
San Angelo SP
South Llano River SP
Taylor Lakes, Playa Lakes WMA
Village Creek SP
White Oak Creek WMA

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 06, 2025 – Dec 07, 2025

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: 147

Permits/Groups: 8

Success Rate: 25%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

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: 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: 50

Permits/Groups: 8

Success Rate: 27%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Jan 17, 2026 – Jan 19, 2026

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Total two (2) white-tailed deer either sex - Either two (2) antlerless deer or one (1) legal buck and one (1) antlerless deer. Buck must have an inside main beam spread of 13 inches or greater or at least one unbranched antler.

Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex

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: 66

Permits/Groups: 10

Success Rate: 43%

Exotic species are present. However, there is no guarantee that they will appear in every blind location.
No standbys available.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Jan 02, 2026 – Jan 04, 2026

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 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; 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: 16

Fee per adult: $130.00

Fee per youth: $0.00

Age Requirements

Youth ages: 8- 16

Adult minimum age: 18

Supervising adult minimum age: 18

Last Year

Applicants: 235

Permits/Groups: 16

Success Rate: 21%

Feral hogs are in limited numbers. Hunting questions, orientations, and facilitations are conducted by Sgt. David Dotter, PPO.
No standbys available.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 17, 2025 – Nov 20, 2025

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: 301

Permits/Groups:

Success Rate:

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 26, 2025 – Dec 29, 2025

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

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: 265

Permits/Groups:

Success Rate:

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 27, 2025 – Dec 30, 2025

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: 689

Permits/Groups: 15

Success Rate: 73%

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.

2 – 3 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 16, 2025 – Dec 18, 2025

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: 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: 197

Permits/Groups: 3

Success Rate: 33%

Exotics are present. However, there is no guarantee that they will appear in every assigned blind location.
No standbys available.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 31, 2025 – Nov 02, 2025

Dec 05, 2025 – Dec 07, 2025

Bag Limit

Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One 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 Youth Hunters and their one supervisor will be allowed in the park during the hunt.

Hunt Method

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: 402

Permits/Groups: 50

Success Rate: 36%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 01, 2025 – Nov 02, 2025

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: 61

Permits/Groups: 0

Success Rate: 38%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

Bag Limit

Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit Two Antlerless and One Buck

Unlimited Exotic Mammals

Unlimited Feral Hogs

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger Exotic Mammals

Hunt Method

Assigned Blind or Compartment

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: 226

Permits/Groups: 5

Success Rate: 100%

Limited road access inside compartments. Be prepared for long hikes over rough terrain. Feral hogs & Axis are in limited numbers. Absolutely no UTV or ATV's
No standbys available.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 05, 2025 – Dec 08, 2025

Bag Limit

One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Mature Buck

Unlimited Scimitar-Horned Oryx; Either Sex

Unlimited Exotic Mammals

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger

Hunt Restrictions

Only permitted hunters or permitted supervisors allowed on site during the hunt.

Hunt Method

Compartment; High clearance and/or 4x4 vehicle recommended. Expect that brush will scratch vehicles.

Baiting

Not allowed

Permits

Available: 14

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: 278

Permits/Groups: 10

Success Rate: 90%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

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: 67

Permits/Groups: 7

Success Rate: 71%

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.
No standbys available.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 20, 2025 – Dec 22, 2025

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 or Compartment; 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: 217

Permits/Groups:

Success Rate:

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Jan 03, 2026 – Jan 05, 2026

Jan 06, 2026 – Jan 08, 2026

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 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: 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: 379

Permits/Groups: 32

Success Rate: 10%

The hunt welcome and in-brief will be conducted at 10:00 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 the evening on the last day.
No standbys available.

1 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 08, 2025 – Nov 09, 2025

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 of at least 14 inches.

Unlimited Feral Hogs

Unlimited Coyotes

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger

Hunt Method

Guided

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: 58

Permits/Groups: 1

Success Rate: 100%

The hunt welcome and in-brief will be conducted at 10:00 AM on the first day of the hunt at the GHWMA Headquarters. The hunt will occur from noon on the first day through the evening on the last day.
No standbys available.

1 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 08, 2025 – Nov 09, 2025

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck.

Unlimited Feral Hogs

Unlimited Coyotes

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger

Hunt Method

Guided

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

Exotic mammals are in very low numbers in hunt area and are rarely seen. Hunt orientation will take place at 11am on the first day of the hunt.
No standbys available.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 14, 2025 – Nov 16, 2025

Nov 21, 2025 – Nov 23, 2025

Bag Limit

Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Fork Antlered Buck; (inside main beam width must be 13 inches or more)

One Javelina; Either Sex

Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex

Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex; may exist in very limited numbers- rarely seen

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; Compartments have fiberglass or permanent blinds. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds (pop-ups or tri-pods) and a chair. Vehicles with high ground clearance strongly recommended.

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

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 9:00 AM. Orientation begins at 11:00 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. 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 who are wishing to camp with hunter will be approved on a case by case basis, and will be restricted to the campsite during the hunt period if approved.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

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

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; Blinds (pop-up and fixed) are provided by the park. Recommend that you bring your own seating (folding/camp chairs). Please ensure you bring required safety items, including a flashlight and appropriate of hunter safety orange gear.

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: 320

Permits/Groups: 8

Success Rate: 88%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

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: 209

Permits/Groups: 40

Success Rate: 9%

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 24, 2025 – Nov 26, 2025

Dec 22, 2025 – Dec 24, 2025

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 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: 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: 198

Permits/Groups: 32

Success Rate: 18%

2 – 3 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

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

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

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: 86

Permits/Groups: 3

Success Rate: 67%

No ATV/UTV use within park.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 14, 2025

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; A legal buck deer is defined as a buck deer with at least one unbranched antler OR an inside spread of 13 inches or greater.

Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles

Shotguns with Slugs or Buckshot

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

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 25th, 2025 at 09:00am. Hunt period will be on 10/25/24 (30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset) and 10/26/24 (30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

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: 81

Permits/Groups: 12

Success Rate: 58%

ADA accessible blinds available, please contact the park for details.
No standbys available.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 07, 2025 – Nov 09, 2025

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 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: 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: 198

Permits/Groups: 7

Success Rate: 86%

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 16, 2025 – Dec 18, 2025

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: 280

Permits/Groups: 10

Success Rate: 83%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

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! Assigned pop-up blinds. 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: 46

Permits/Groups: 6

Success Rate: 67%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 04, 2025 – Oct 05, 2025

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; ORVs/ATVs are recommended.

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: 194

Permits/Groups: 24

Success Rate: 85%

Exotic mammals are in limited numbers. Mandatory orientation at 11 AM on the first day of the hunt. Standbys MAY be available, call office to check 830-238-4483.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 24, 2025 – Nov 26, 2025

Bag Limit

One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck; One (1) Antlerless AND One (1) Buck with main beam spread equal to or wider than the ear tips.

Unlimited Exotic Mammals; Either Sex

Unlimited Coyotes; Either Sex

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles

Hunt Method

Compartment

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

Hunting is by assigned blind. Blind, chair, and feeder are provided by park. 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.
No standbys available.

1 – 3 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 06, 2025 – Dec 07, 2025

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Limit one forked antlered buck with 13 inch or greater inside spread

Unlimited Feral Hogs

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

All Archery Equipment

Centerfire Rifles

Muzzleloaders

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: 6

Success Rate: 80%

White-tailed deer are the primary species inhabiting the area. Mule deer and feral hogs 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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 14, 2025

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 Feral Hogs; Either Sex; Any number of hogs

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger

Hunt Method

Assigned Blind

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: 134

Permits/Groups: 6

Success Rate: 100%

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 and hunter's education card will be made by park staff upon check-in. Hunters will draw for blinds. Blinds are placed in a safe location and cannot be moved or repositioned.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 06, 2025 – Dec 07, 2025

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck

Unlimited Feral Hogs

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles

Hunt Method

Assigned Blind; Each hunter should bring a flashlight, drinking water and foul weather gear. Chairs are provided but you may bring your own. Park staff will bait area several weeks leading up to the hunt and corn will be provided for hunters each day. Walking in the

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: 173

Permits/Groups: 10

Success Rate: 100%

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 are 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

Dec 13, 2025 – Dec 14, 2025

Jan 24, 2026 – Jan 25, 2026

Bag Limit

Three 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 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: $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: 12

Success Rate: 64%

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.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Shotguns with Slugs or Buckshot

Hunt Method

Assigned Blind

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: 95

Permits/Groups: 4

Success Rate: 100%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

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: 13

Permits/Groups: 5

Success Rate: 60%

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.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 20, 2025 – Dec 22, 2025

Dec 28, 2025 – Dec 30, 2025

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: 156

Permits/Groups: 24

Success Rate: 63%

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 04, 2025 – Oct 05, 2025

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: 164

Permits/Groups: 23

Success Rate: 46%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

Bag Limit

Three 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: 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

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. 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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 23, 2025 – Nov 25, 2025

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 <20ppb aflatoxin is only permissible bait.

Hunt Method

Assigned Blind; Bring a more comfortable seat or chair. Mobility impaired hunters should contact the park for accommodations.

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: 138

Permits/Groups: 12

Success Rate: 83%

Hunters should bring their own portable blinds as blinds will not be provided. Orientation on the first day: 7:30PM. Hunt ends on the last day: 11:00AM.
No standbys available.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 14, 2025 – Nov 16, 2025

Bag Limit

Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck

Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex

Unlimited Aoudad; Either Sex

Unlimited Axis Deer; Either Sex

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; Exotic mammals may be in low numbers and likelihood of harvest will be variable.

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

Hunt coincides with Powderhorn WMA hunt dates. Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Powderhorn WMA check station.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

Jan 03, 2026 – Jan 04, 2026

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck

Unlimited Feral Hogs

Two Sambar Deer; Either Sex

Two 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: 360

Permits/Groups: 8

Success Rate: 63%

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 22, 2025 – Nov 24, 2025

Jan 03, 2026 – Jan 04, 2026

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck

Unlimited Feral Hogs

Two Sambar Deer; Either Sex

Two Axis Deer; Either Sex

Hunt Method

Compartment

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: 914

Permits/Groups: 32

Success Rate: 75%

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.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

Bag Limit

Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; 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: 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: 114

Permits/Groups: 10

Success Rate: 22%

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.

1 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

Bag Limit

One White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; 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: 183

Permits/Groups: 15

Success Rate: 38%

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 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 go 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 22, 2025 – Nov 23, 2025

Bag Limit

Four White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck

One Javelina; Either Sex

Unlimited Feral Hogs; Either Sex

Two Exotic Mammals; Either Sex

ONLY MEANS ALLOWED

Centerfire Rifles

Hunt Method

Assigned Blind; High clearance, 4x4 vehicles are recommended.

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: 278

Permits/Groups:

Success Rate:

South Llano River State Park will be undergoing capital construction projects throughout the 2025-2026 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. Please note that construction may impact the availability of camping during the 2025-2026 hunting season. 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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 24, 2025 – Nov 26, 2025

Dec 27, 2025 – Dec 29, 2025

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

Baiting is allowed. Corn is only acceptable form of bait. Corn must be in original container, and marked as having 20 ppb aflotoxin or less.

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: 791

Permits/Groups: 20

Success Rate: 56%

No standbys available.

1 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Nov 28, 2025 – Nov 30, 2025

Bag Limit

Three White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Antler Restrictions, inside main beam 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: 12

Permits/Groups:

Success Rate:

Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.

2 – 2 people per application

Hunt Dates

Dec 29, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025

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: 40

Permits/Groups: 8

Success Rate: 14%

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.

2 – 4 people per application

Hunt Dates

Oct 25, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025

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: 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: 30

Permits/Groups: 15

Success Rate: 19%