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Upland Hunting in Texas

From the brush country to the rolling Hill Country, Texas's licensed upland hunting preserves offer pheasant, quail, and chukar hunting over pointing dogs. Whether you want a guided hunt or a self-guided day in the field, here is where to go.

The Directory

Texas Upland Hunting Preserves

37 preserves across Texas, each verified against a working website or current public listing.

10-2-4 Ranch

10-2-4 Ranch

Commerce, TX
QuailPheasantChukar

2,000 acres. Premium high-fence destination 90 minutes from Dallas. Quail, pheasant, chukar plus trophy whitetail.

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4R Ranch

4R Ranch

Hondo, TX
PheasantQuail

The best Continental Pheasant Shoots in Texas. Pure fun with a shotgun.

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Bar H Dude Ranch

Bar H Dude Ranch

Clarendon, TX
PheasantQuail

6,000 acres. 6,000 acres of rangeland in the Texas Panhandle. Licensed private bird hunting area.

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Bird-N-Buck Outfitters

Bird-N-Buck Outfitters

Skiatook, TX
QuailPheasant

200,000 acres. 200,000+ acres of private ranches across multiple regions — built to find birds in any year.

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Brazos Wingventures

Brazos Wingventures

Graham, TX
QuailChukarPheasant

Method-release birds with high-protein feed for athletic, aggressive flushes in pristine quail country.

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CF Ranch

CF Ranch

Fort Davis, TX
QuailPheasant

West Texas ranch with blue quail, pheasant, mouflon sheep, blackbuck, and javelina.

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Flying O Ranch

Flying O Ranch

Ore City, TX
QuailPheasant

75 acres. 75-acre Northeast Texas preserve with farm-raised quail and pheasant. No limits.

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Hunting With Jeff

Hunting With Jeff

Crystal City, TX
QuailPheasantChukar

3 day/2 night upland packages including meals, lodging, guide service, dogs, and bird processing.

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Joshua Creek Ranch

Joshua Creek Ranch

Boerne, TX
QuailPheasantChukarHungarian

1,000+ acres. Beretta Trident-endorsed Hill Country wing-shooting. 20+ years of managed cover and food plots.

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Leland Outfitters

Leland Outfitters

Panhandle, TX
QuailPheasantChukar

Texas Panhandle outfitter 30 miles NE of Amarillo. Antelope, deer, quail, pheasant, chukar — year-round bird hunting.

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Masser Ranch

Masser Ranch

Fredericksburg, TX
QuailPheasant

300 acres. 300 acres dedicated to upland bird hunting since 1991. Refurbished 1893 rock home; trout in Flag Creek.

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Rough Creek Lodge

Rough Creek Lodge

Glen Rose, TX
QuailChukarPheasant

11,000 acres. 11,000 acres of premier hunting land. Personal attention, experienced dogs, top-notch Texas guides.

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Scendero Outfitters

Scendero Outfitters

Winnie, TX
QuailChukarPheasant

225 acres. 225-acre licensed private preserve near Winnie. Rich native habitat thriving with quail, chukar, and pheasant.

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Tonkaway Ranch

Tonkaway Ranch

College Station, TX
Quail

Working cattle ranch and wingshooting paradise along the Navasota River. Abundance of bobwhite quail.

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Tule Creek Outfitters

Tule Creek Outfitters

Tulia, TX
Pheasant

1,400 acres. 1,400 acres of preserve land farmed for pheasants. Wild birds plus surrogator-raised birds that turn wild by fall.

Verified May 2026Visit website →
Upland Bird Country

Upland Bird Country

Corsicana, TX
QuailChukarPheasant

27+ years of Texas wing-shooting under an hour from DFW. Dawn to dusk, October through March.

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Venatura Excursions

Hondo, TX
QuailChukarPheasant

Top guides, excellent dog work, private chef services, and 5-star resort-style lodging in Hondo.

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Seasons & Licenses in Texas

Licensed shooting preserves in Texas generally operate on an extended season that runs well beyond the wild-bird season, which is part of what makes preserve hunting so flexible. Exact dates, bag limits, and licensing requirements change from year to year and can differ by preserve.

Before you book, confirm current rules with the official state agency, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and check directly with the preserve. Most preserves can sell or arrange any short-term license you need on site.

Good to Know

Texas Upland Hunting FAQ

What birds can you hunt at upland preserves in Texas?

Texas upland preserves most commonly offer ring-necked pheasant, bobwhite quail, and chukar partridge. Many run released-bird hunts and provide guides, trained dogs, and lodging.

Do I need a license to hunt at a licensed shooting preserve in Texas?

Licensing rules vary. Always confirm current requirements with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and with the individual preserve before booking.

When is upland hunting season in Texas?

Licensed shooting preserves typically operate on an extended season that runs longer than the wild-bird season. Dates change annually, so verify with the preserve and the state wildlife agency.

Can beginners hunt at Texas upland preserves?

Yes. Many preserves welcome beginners and families, offering guided hunts, trained dogs, instruction, and equipment so newcomers can have a safe, successful first outing.

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