Eland Hunts in Texas
Taurotragus oryxThe largest antelope on earth.
- Family
- Spiral-Horn
- Native range
- Eastern & Southern Africa
- Weight
- 1,000–2,000 lb
- Horns
- 25–35 in
- Trophy fee
- $8,500+
- Lodge & guide
- $350 / hunter / day
About the Eland
An eland bull can weigh close to a ton, but it can still clear a six-foot fence from a standstill. They have thick, tightly twisted horns, a hanging dewlap, and a tuft of dark hair on the forehead that grows thicker as the bull ages.
Eland meat is also some of the best of any African animal: lean and mild.
Hunting Eland at Black Eagle Ranch
Eland cover a lot of ground, and a big bull will make you work. On the ranch, expect to glass open grass edges and follow them through the oaks until one gives you a shot.
An old bull goes blue-grey, with a heavy dewlap and a dark forehead mat. Horn length matters less than age and body.
Eland Hunting FAQ
How big is an eland?
Mature bulls can stand nearly six feet at the shoulder and weigh up to 2,000 pounds. It is the largest antelope in the world.
Is eland good to eat?
Yes. Eland is lean, mild, and widely considered among the best-eating game meats.
Where can I hunt Eland in Texas?
Black Eagle Ranch in Harper, Texas offers guided eland hunts in the Texas Hill Country, about 25 minutes from Fredericksburg and under two hours from San Antonio.
How much does a eland hunt cost?
The trophy fee for eland at Black Eagle Ranch is $8,500+, plus the lodge and guide rate of $350 per hunter per day. The trophy fee is paid only for animals taken, and the balance is due at the completion of your hunt.
How do I book a eland hunt?
Request your dates on our online reservation calendar and select Eland, or call Daniel at (830) 928-3161 or Todd at (409) 300-0575.
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Reserve your Eland.
Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.