Texas Deer Archery Season 2025
Archery deer hunting dates for Texas.
Recorded dates, not hunting permission
Status assessment: 2026-10-14 UTC (static build snapshot). Static activity badges and day counts use this build assessment, not a live check. Interactive finder results show their own UTC assessment day.
0 of 1 recorded windows have date-review evidence. Other rows remain unverified. Historical records are retained and are not a current-season promise.
Check your current agency regulations, GMU or zone, hunt code, license and access restrictions before hunting. An agency link or successful publication fetch does not verify a row. Reviewed base dates do not cover every license-specific exception.
Texas Deer Archery Season
Find archery deer hunting season dates for Texas. Plan your 2025 archery hunt with dates, zones, and equipment requirements.
Archery Deer Season Dates
1 archery season in Texas
| Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4 - Nov 7, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded | Historical record | Archery only (South Texas begins later) | |
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Important Note for Texas
Only Travis east of I-35 private non-MLDP adult ordinary both-branched-antler white-tailed centerfire rifle Nov7–Jan3 reviewed. Inside spread≥13inches/one such buck per county; unbranched-any-width exception excluded here, not universal restriction. East four-deer/two-buck/two-antlerless bag, not west-side five-deer rules. No rimfire/full-auto; no game-animal magazine cap, not air-gun energy rule. No archery/youth/muzzleloader/MLDP/antlerless/unbranched/special-late/public/other-method or Jan4–17 bridge; current license/tag/log/permission/bag/CWD/local/device/amendment checks needed. Nine histories/license metadata unverified; not individual permission.
Texas Deer Archery Hunting FAQ
Common questions about archery deer hunting in Texas
When does archery deer season start in Texas?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-04 to 2025-11-07. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
What are the legal archery equipment requirements in Texas?
Texas has specific requirements for archery hunting equipment including minimum draw weight, broadhead requirements, and crossbow regulations. Check with the Texas wildlife agency for current equipment requirements.
Can I use a crossbow during Texas archery deer season?
Crossbow regulations vary. Some states allow crossbows during archery season for all hunters, while others restrict them to disabled hunters or specific seasons. Check current Texas regulations for crossbow eligibility.
Do I need a special tag for archery deer hunting in Texas?
You need a valid Texas hunting license and applicable deer tags or permits. Some states offer archery-specific tags or have separate quotas. Check current license requirements and availability.
What other methods can I use to hunt deer in Texas?
Besides archery, Texas offers deer seasons for: Rifle/Firearm, Muzzleloader. Each method has different season dates and regulations.
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