Texas Waterfowl Hunting
Plan your Texas waterfowl hunt with season dates, license options, and hunting opportunities organized by unit. Browse available private-land hunts and book access directly from landowners.
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Browse private-land waterfowl hunts across Texas, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Texas Waterfowl Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Early Season Statewide
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Shotgun
Includes blue-winged, green-winged, and cinnamon teal. Shooting hours are from one-half hour before sunrise to sunset. 6 in aggregate.
Special Veterans/active Military Hunting Days
Dates vary by unit
Shotgun · Veteran
Open to veterans and current members of the US Armed Forces on active duty, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty (other than for training). Proof of eligibility is required and must be carried on person while hunting. Acceptable proof includes: driver's license or state-issued ID indicating veteran status, DD214 or DD215 discharge documentation, or any other federal government ID indicating veteran or active duty status.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Texas, waterfowl season includes an Early Season Statewide phase from approximately September 20 through September 28, 2025, with shooting hours from one-half hour before sunrise to sunset using shotguns, with a daily bag limit of 6 in aggregate for blue-winged, green-winged, and cinnamon teal. Special Veterans and active Military Hunting Days are also available for veterans and current members of the US Armed Forces on active duty, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty (other than for training), who must carry proof of eligibility such as a driver's license or state-issued ID indicating veteran status, DD214 or DD215 discharge documentation, or any other federal government ID indicating veteran or active duty status.
