Red Stag Hunts in Texas
Cervus elaphusThe king of European deer. Heavy antlers and a roar you can feel.
- Family
- Deer
- Native range
- Europe & Asia
- Weight
- 350–500 lb
- Antlers
- Massive multi-point antlers
- Trophy fee
- From $7,500
- Lodge & guide
- $350 / hunter / day
About the Red Stag
The red stag is Europe's big deer, a close cousin of the American elk. It grows heavy antlers with many points, and big stags form a "crown" of tines at the top. The roar of a rutting stag carries a long way.
Black Eagle Ranch hunters have taken some huge stags. The photos on this page speak for themselves.
Hunting Red Stag at Black Eagle Ranch
Red stag hunting on the ranch means working the timber and tank edges where big stags bed and feed. In the fall rut, the roaring gives the bulls away.
Count points and judge mass. A big crown on top and heavy main beams make a stag that fills a wall.
Red Stag Hunting FAQ
When is the red stag rut?
Red stag rut in the fall, usually September into October, when the stags roar and are most active.
What is the difference between red stag and elk?
They are close relatives. Red stag are generally smaller in body and known for crowned antlers. Elk are bigger with longer, sweeping beams.
Where can I hunt Red Stag in Texas?
Black Eagle Ranch in Harper, Texas offers guided red stag hunts in the Texas Hill Country, about 25 minutes from Fredericksburg and under two hours from San Antonio.
How much does a red stag hunt cost?
The trophy fee for red stag at Black Eagle Ranch is from $7,500, 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 red stag hunt?
Request your dates on our online reservation calendar and select Red Stag, or call Daniel at (830) 928-3161 or Todd at (409) 300-0575.
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Reserve your Red Stag.
Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.