Hunting & Wildlife
Hunting in Hockley County Falls Under High Plains Regulations
Hockley County is in the High Plains wildlife region. Dove, quail, and white-tailed deer are common game. Most hunting is on private land.
Hockley County is managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) under the High Plains region. The land is mixed-grass plains and mesquite grassland. Common game species are dove, quail, and white-tailed deer.
Most hunting in this county is on private land. You will need the landowner's permission to hunt.
TPWD sells an Annual Public Hunting (APH) permit that opens access to public hunting areas across the state. There is also a Limited Public Use permit for those who want hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing — not hunting. Permit prices are set each license year and can change, so confirm the current fee before you buy.
Seasons and rules can change each year. Use TPWD's seasons-by-county tool to see what is open. You can also contact the local TPWD wildlife biologist through the county habitat page. Always check before you go.
Source to confirm: TPWD — Hockley County Wildlife Biologists