Texas Hunting License

In order to harvest Exotic and Native game and waterfowl alike, the State of Texas and Escondido Ranch require for all hunters on the ranch to be in possession of a valid Texas Hunting License. 

You can purchase a Texas Hunting License online or in a number of retal and sporting goods stores in Junction, Texas.  Seasonal Texas Hunting and Fishing licenses are from September 1st to August 31st of the following year.  You may purchase one the following types of licenses:

  • Non-resident 5-Day Special Hunting (Type 157): Out-of-state 5 day Exotic wild game permit.
  • Non-resident General Hunting (Type 105):  Out-of-state permit valid to hunt any legal bird or animal including Native and Exotic Deer.
  • Resident Hunting (Type 101):  For Texas Residents; valid to hunt any legal bird or animal including Native and Exotic Deer.
  • Youth Hunting License (Type 169):  For any person, resident or non-resident, under 17 years of age at the date of license purchase.
  • Senior Resident Hunting (Type 102): Only for residents 65 years of age and older. Valid to hunt any legal bird or animal.

For all other questions related to Texas hunting and fishing regulations, visit Texas Parks & Wildlife.

For your next hunting adventure, family vacation or a corporate retreat, bring your entire family, friends and business associates to Escondido Ranch.