Duck Hunts in Texas

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Guided or Semi-Guided Duck Hunt

This ranch has a six-acre lake and three smaller stock tanks, all of which attract ducks during the appropriate season. Duck hunts last from an hour prior to sun rise, until lunch time or so. Hunts can be either fully or semi-guided.

Lonesome Oak Outfitters

Fair Chase

Private

Housing Not Provided

N/A

Meals Not Provided

Unspecified

North Texas Day Hunt - Duck

North Texas Waterfowl’s fall duck hunts are a great opportunity to hunt some of the best locations in Texas! Our North Texas guided duck hunts book quickly, so call today to make your reservation. Whether you are looking to puddle ducks or diving ducks, we have the perfect trip for you. You will find that all of our duck hunting equipment is the best on the market and our guides will go the extra mile to ensure that your group has a great time hunting. We only take out one group of hunters each day, so your group will have our exclusive attention! North Texas Waterfowl provides all of the equipment decoys, dogs, etc. We scout our various properties daily to ensure that our clients have ample birds and shot opportunities for a successful duck harvest. All of our duck hunts are fully guided.

300

North TX Waterfowl

Fair Chase

Private

None - Day Hunt

N/A

Meals Not Provided

Unspecified

300

Includes Dogs

Central Texas Duck Hunt - All Inclusive - 2 Days / 2 Nights

It's hard to beat the excitement of a fun filled action packed brisk morning of Texas duck hunting. Most avid water Fowler's know that a good duck hunt depends on the alignment of several elements. Weather being one of the biggest variables that can determine the success of the hunt. Unfortunately we can not control the weather. But the availability of food and water to attract and hold migrating and wintering ducks are two very important elements that we do have control over. With the attraction of the water and food, knowledgeable and experience guides, comfortable and concealing blinds, well trained retrieving dogs any hunt could be a true mixed bag.

1275

First Shot Outfitters

Fair Chase

Private

Lodge

Yes

Modern Climate Control

Bed

Meals Provided

Unspecified

1275

Includes Dogs

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About Our Duck Hunts in Texas

Most important info about these hunts—landscapes, strategies, costs, and comforts.

Summary & Terrain

Texas is one of the nation’s premier waterfowl destinations, drawing tens of thousands of migrating ducks along the Central and Mississippi flyways each winter. The state’s varied landscape—ranging from coastal marshes and tidal flats to inland lakes, stock tanks, flooded timber and managed rice fields—provides ideal habitat for both puddle and diving ducks. Many guided operations focus on private impoundments or remote lakes where shallow water and abundant food sources concentrate birds within easy calling and shooting range. Camouflaged pit blinds, floating layouts or natural cover near cattails, millet plots and recently flooded grain fields set the stage for fast-paced mornings in the blind.

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Difficulty & Strategy

Success on a Texas duck hunt hinges on careful preparation, strategic decoy placement and effective calling, all tailored to local conditions. While weather remains the biggest variable—cold fronts often triggering the heaviest flights—experienced guides and well-trained retrievers help hunters of all skill levels manage wind, water depth and shifting bird patterns. Typical strategies include scouting ponds and stock tanks for active feeding zones, deploying diverse decoy spreads to mimic natural flocks, and using timed calling sequences to draw birds into tight shooting lanes. The moderate terrain and well-managed water levels make these hunts accessible for newcomers, yet still engaging for seasoned wing-shooters.

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Amenities

Texas duck hunts typically offer a mix of day-hunt packages and lodge-based stays. For hunts that include lodging, accommodations are provided in comfortable hunting lodges equipped with beds and modern climate control to keep you cool during warmer months and warm during cooler mornings. Day-hunt options do not include on-site housing, so participants arrange their own accommodations off-site or return home each evening. Sleeping amenities and heating or cooling are only available at lodge locations, while day hunts focus solely on guided waterfowl hunting without overnight services.

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Season & Additional Info

Most Texas waterfowl seasons open in early November and run through January or early February, with prime shooting opportunities following northern cold fronts. Guided hunts generally begin before sunrise and conclude by midday, offering half- or full-day options. Most outfitters provide all necessary gear—blinds, decoys, shotguns, calls and dogs—and often include field dressing or meat processing. Hunters should secure appropriate state licenses and federal duck stamps in advance. Whether you’re chasing teal at first light or targeting late-season divers, Texas duck hunts combine high bird numbers, expert guidance and well-appointed blinds for an unforgettable waterfowl experience.

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Pricing

Texas duck hunts typically average around $787 per person. Costs vary primarily based on lodging: day-hunt packages—covering guided waterfowl outings, decoy setups, and blind or boat use—tend to come in below the average since participants arrange accommodations on their own. Lodge-based hunts, which include guided morning and evening hunts plus comfortable, climate-controlled rooms and meals, generally run above the average price. Additional factors that affect cost include hunt duration (half-day versus full-day or multi-day stays), seasonality (early teal hunts versus mid-season mallard trips), and group size. In every case, professional guides handle decoy placement, calling strategies, local waterfowl pattern insights, and safety protocols, ensuring an accessible, well-supported experience for both seasoned hunters and first-timers.

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