Hunting
Yoakum County has two deer species and solid dove and quail hunting
Hunters in Yoakum County can pursue both white-tailed and mule deer, plus dove, quail, and waterfowl — but seasons and limits shift each year.
Yoakum County is in a zone where both white-tailed deer and mule deer can be hunted. That is uncommon in Texas. Dove, quail, and duck are also legal game here. All hunting is on private land unless otherwise noted — there is no state park or public hunting area in this county.
Seasons and bag limits are set each year by Texas Parks and Wildlife. For the 2025-26 season, mule deer required a minimum 20-inch antler spread in this area. Dove season opened September 1. Quail ran through late February. Always check the current TPWD Outdoor Annual before you go out — rules can change year to year. A valid hunting license is required.
Source to confirm: TPWD — Yoakum County Hunting Regulations