• Texas Big Game Species

    - BIG GAME SPECIES:
    Deer
    Antelope
    Pronghorn Antelope
    Javelina
    Bighorn Sheep

    - SMALL GAME SPECIES:
    Alligator

    - BIRDS:
    Turkey
    Game Birds
    Upland Game Birds

  • Texas Big Game Draw Application Deadlines

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  • Important Links

    https://www.fws.gov/visit-us

  • Texas State Wildlife Office

    Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
    https://tpwd.texas.gov/
    4200 Smith School Road
    Austin, TX 78744
    512-389-4800
    Draw State: YES

  • Texas Hunting Information

    Residents are required to apply for and obtain a hunting license to legally hunt in the state of Texas.
    Non-residents are required to apply for and obtain a hunting license to legally hunt in the state of Texas.
    Active duty members of the military may qualify for a resident hunting license.
    Residency requires an individual to have resided within the state of Texas for at least 6 months immediately preceding applying for and obtaining a hunting license.
    A resident must pay an annual hunting license fee of $25.
    A resident youth (under the age of 17) must pay an annual hunting license fee of $7.
    A resident senior (65 years of age and older) must pay an annual hunting license fee of $7.
    A resident must pay an annual trapping license fee of $19.
    A non-resident must pay an annual general hunting license fee of $315.
    A non-resident must pay an annual trapping license fee of $315.
    Non-residents are required to obtain additional licenses to hunt turkey, exotic animals, alligator, game birds, banded birds, furbearers, javelina, and non-game animals.

    "Hunting Laws by State" FindLaw, https://www.findlaw.com/state/state-fish-and-game-laws/hunting-laws-by-state-findlaw.html. Accessed July 15, 2022.

Military, Veterans, Seniors, Disabled, and Children receive significant discounts from liscenses and other fees. Check out Texas State Wildlife website for a full breakdown.

2022 Fees

Yearly and Seasonal Base License:

Ownership of a Texas hunting lisence may or may not be required to apply, purchase, or earn points for game tags.

Tag - $315.00

BIG GAME Tag Application Fees

Application fees are non-refundable. The State of Texas uses these funds to support wildlife conservation.

State Draw Application Fee - $10.00

BIG GAME Tags

TAG FEES paid at the time of issuance (if selected):

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*Prices may vary. Please check the Texas State Wildlife website for the most up to date information.

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