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We set out to create the most simplified guide to Texas hunting seasons for 2023.
Want to find out season dates, learn about regulations and bag limits, understand license requirements, and get access helpful links?
Then you’ll love the info outlined in today’s guide. Let’s dive right in.
Hunting is deeply ingrained into Texas's DNA. In general hunting begins November 6 and ends January 16 for the late season. There is Dove from Sept 1 to January 21 as well as Turkey from November 6 to May 22.
Whitetail Archery: October 2, 2023 - November 5, 2023
General Whitetail - North: November 6, 2023 - January 2, 2024
General Whitetail - South: November 6, 2023 - January 16, 2024
Mule Deer Archery: October 2, 2023 - November 5, 2023
Fall Archery: October 2, 2023 - November 5, 2023
Fall - North: November 6, 2023 - January 2, 2024
Fall - South: November 6, 2023 - January 16, 2024
General: October 2, 2023 - October 17, 2023
See the map below for a breakdown of Texas hunting zones:
Please check the official regulations depending on what and where you're hunting.
Purchase a license at https://tpwd.texas.gov/business/licenses/online_sales/
You must wear at least 400 square inches during firearm season.
Official State Site: https://tpwd.texas.gov/business/licenses/online_sales/
A hunting license in Texas costs $25 for residents and $325 for nonresidents.
Texas deer season starts as early as October 2, 2023 for archery and November 6, 2023 for gun.
Deer hunting season goes as late as January 30, 2024 in Texas.
