Whitetail Deer at Black Eagle Ranch
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Whitetail Deer Hunts in Texas

Odocoileus virginianus

The Hill Country's native buck.

Family
Deer
Native range
Native to Texas
Weight
100–200 lb
Antlers
Typical & non-typical racks
Trophy fee
$5,000
Lodge & guide
$350 / hunter / day
I. The Animal

About the Whitetail Deer

The whitetail is America's deer and the native game of the Texas Hill Country. A mature Hill Country buck is wary, patient and hard to catch out in daylight.

Black Eagle has raised whitetail since 2010, when the family started its own whitetail breeding operation. It has grown to more than 200 deer, bred for size, mass and character.

II. The Hunt

Hunting Whitetail Deer at Black Eagle Ranch

Unlike the exotics, whitetail are native game and are hunted in season under Texas Parks & Wildlife regulations. Ask us about dates when you reserve.

Look for an older buck with mass, a wide spread and a heavy body. Your guide will help you age a buck on the hoof.

III. Taken Here
Questions

Whitetail Deer Hunting FAQ

Can whitetail be hunted year-round?

No. Whitetail are native game and follow Texas hunting seasons and regulations. Exotic species can be hunted year-round.

Where can I hunt Whitetail Deer in Texas?

Black Eagle Ranch in Harper, Texas offers guided whitetail deer hunts in the Texas Hill Country, about 25 minutes from Fredericksburg and under two hours from San Antonio.

How much does a whitetail deer hunt cost?

The trophy fee for whitetail deer at Black Eagle Ranch is $5,000, 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 whitetail deer hunt?

Request your dates on our online reservation calendar and select Whitetail Deer, or call Daniel at (830) 928-3161 or Todd at (409) 300-0575.

Black Eagle Ranch

Reserve your Whitetail Deer.

Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.