Regulations change. Always confirm with the official state fish and wildlife agency before you hunt or fish. This site is an unofficial index, not legal advice. Each fact shows its source and the date we last read it.
Texas: 2026-27 deer seasons, resident license fees and official links
Run by: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). Below are the deer season dates and resident license fees we could read on official pages (regulation year 2026-27). This state is newly added and coverage is partial.
Deer seasons
| Season type | Zone / unit | Dates (inclusive) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | 252 of 254 counties | Oct 3, 2026 to Nov 6, 2026 | |
| Youth-only early season | As listed by TPWD | Oct 30, 2026 to Nov 1, 2026 | |
| General | North zone | Nov 7, 2026 to Jan 3, 2027 | |
| General | South zone | Nov 7, 2026 to Jan 17, 2027 | |
| Special late | North zone | Jan 4, 2027 to Jan 17, 2027 | Listed as Special Late; county eligibility is on the TPWD pages. |
| Special late | South zone | Jan 18, 2027 to Jan 31, 2027 | Listed as Special Late; county eligibility is on the TPWD pages. |
| Youth-only late season | As listed by TPWD | Jan 4, 2027 to Jan 17, 2027 | |
| Muzzleloader-only | 90 of 254 counties | Jan 4, 2027 to Jan 17, 2027 |
Source: TPWD: 2026-2027 hunting season dates. Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Dates can vary by zone, unit or land type; check the official page for your location.
Selected resident license fees
| License (resident) | Fee | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident hunting license (item 101) | $25.00 | Senior resident (65+) is $7. Endorsements and tags may apply. | Official page |
| Resident freshwater fishing package (item 231) | $30.00 | Senior freshwater package is $12. | Official page |
| Resident saltwater package (item 232) | $35.00 | Official page | |
| Resident all-water package (item 233) | $40.00 | Official page |
Fees are copied from the official page linked in each row, last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees, agent fees and online fees change; confirm before you buy.
Good to know
- Bag limits are set by county. The annual limit is five white-tailed deer, no more than three of them bucks (not applicable on MLDP properties). Antler restrictions apply in some counties.
Source: TPWD: white-tailed deer regulations. Last verified Oct 17, 2026. - Fishing packages are valid from the date of sale to Aug. 31 of the same year (except the year-from-purchase all-water package).
Source: TPWD: fishing licenses and packages. Last verified Oct 17, 2026.
Not yet researched
North and south zone county lists, county-level bag limits and antler restrictions, mule deer, turkey, bear (none), small game and waterfowl dates, fishing seasons, license endorsements and tags, non-resident fees.