2026–2027 Texas Hunting Season Schedule
The schedule below highlights common hunting seasons relevant to Texas hunting leases. Hunters must verify all dates, county rules, bag limits, licensing, tagging, and reporting requirements with Texas Parks & Wildlife before hunting.
| Game / Season | Zone / Area | 2026–2027 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Dove | Central Zone | Sept. 1 – Oct. 25, 2026 Dec. 11, 2026 – Jan. 14, 2027 |
| White-tailed Deer — Archery | 252 of 254 counties | Oct. 3 – Nov. 6, 2026 |
| White-tailed Deer — Youth Only Early | Statewide where open | Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, 2026 |
| White-tailed Deer — General | North Zone | Nov. 7, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 |
| White-tailed Deer — Special Late | North Zone | Jan. 4 – Jan. 17, 2027 |
| Turkey — Fall | North Zone | Nov. 7, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027 |
| Turkey — Spring | North Zone | Apr. 3 – May 16, 2027 |
| Quail | Statewide | Nov. 1, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Duck | North Zone | Nov. 14 – Nov. 29, 2026 Dec. 5, 2026 – Jan. 31, 2027 |
| Goose — Dark Geese | West Zone | Nov. 7, 2026 – Feb. 7, 2027 |
Important: This page is for general lease planning only. Final legal hunting dates, bag limits, county rules, tagging, harvest reporting, and license requirements are controlled by Texas Parks & Wildlife Department regulations.
Shield Ranch Hunting Calendar
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