Weekly Texas Hunting Lease Market Update - January 21st, 2026
This week’s additions reflect two clear market signals:
Spring turkey inventory is tightening, and
Well-located annual leases with water or lodging continue to price at a premium.
Across North, Central, East, and South Texas, new listings range from smaller, efficient annual tracts for 2–3 hunters to large ranches with lodging and multi-species opportunity. Below is a concise breakdown of what matters and where demand is strongest.
Annual Leases: What’s New & Notable
Hall County – 160 Acres (2–3 Hunters)
A clean, right-sized annual lease priced at $3,200 per hunter with a pond and running water. This is a textbook example of a high-utility, small-group lease—ideal for hunters who want exclusivity without overpaying for unused acreage.
Coleman County – 1,400 Acres with Lodge
A high-fence MLD ranch offering trophy whitetail, fallow, turkey, dove, and fishing. The three-bedroom lodge with climate control materially increases lease value and group appeal. Properties like this typically see faster commitment from established hunting groups.
Zapata & Starr Counties – 300 + 460 Acres with Housing
Two South Texas ranches offered together, including a brick home, barn, and trailer storage. Strong populations of deer, hogs, quail, and dove make this a versatile, year-round option for groups prioritizing lodging and species diversity.
Hunt County Area – Year-Round Lease Near McKinney
Per-gun pricing around $3,250 reflects continued demand for leases within driving distance of DFW. Fishing access, camping, utilities, and proximity to Lake Ralph Hall make this especially attractive for family groups.
Jasper County – 1,239 Acres (Annual License)
A large East Texas tract offered under a managed license structure. No campsite allowed, which keeps pressure controlled and appeals to hunters focused on access rather than social use.
Spring Turkey Hunts: Inventory Is Moving Early
Spring turkey demand is arriving earlier than usual, and availability is already tightening across the Hill Country and South Texas.
Hill Country (Multiple Outfitters)
Limited 2026 openings for spring turkey hunts, with a mix of guided and semi-guided options. These listings historically fill quickly once February approaches.
Menard County – 337 Acres (Weekend Format)
A structured weekend hunt allowing 2–3 hunters, bunkhouse access, and a two-bird limit per hunter. Predator and hog harvest included, adding incremental value.
La Salle County (Cotulla Area) – 2,500 Acres, Self-Guided
Day hunts only, sectioned into 500-acre blocks with guaranteed roosts, water, and feed. This format appeals to experienced turkey hunters who want autonomy and consistent bird quality.
Comanche County – Doe Meat & Youth Hunts
Purpose-built offerings for meat hunters and youth participants, with lodging available and liberal hog harvest. These hunts consistently attract value-focused families and first-time hunters.
Duval County – Deer, Hog & Javelina Day Hunts
Affordable, semi-guided South Texas hunts starting at $150 per day for meat hunters, with strong appeal for small groups and flexible schedules.
Market Takeaways
Annual leases under 500 acres with water are clearing quickly, especially when priced per gun and limited to small groups.
Lodging remains a major value driver, often justifying higher total lease cost and faster close rates.
Spring turkey hunts are no longer a late-winter decision—serious hunters are locking dates now.
Metro-adjacent properties continue to command premium pricing due to convenience and reduced travel time.
New listings are added weekly, and the best properties rarely stay available long.
Browse current listings, contact landowners directly, and secure your spot before inventory tightens further.
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