Hunting

Johnson County Has Open Seasons for Quail and Dove

Quail and dove hunting are both legal in Johnson County — quail typically from November through February, dove from early September in the Central Zone.

Johnson County The Great Outdoors

Johnson County is in the Central Zone for dove. The season usually opens September 1. The daily bag limit is 15 birds total — mourning, white-winged, and white-tipped doves combined. You need a hunting license plus a Migratory Game Bird Endorsement.

Quail season usually runs from November through late February. The daily limit is 15 quail. The possession limit is 45. Johnson County's Cross Timbers land gives quail good cover, but quail numbers change from year to year across the state.

Always check the current Texas Outdoor Annual at tpwd.texas.gov before you hunt. Seasons and limits are set each year and can change.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Johnson County Outdoor Annual Regulations

More Johnson County notes

Property Tax

Two Offices Handle Property Tax in Johnson County

Johnson County has a separate appraisal district and tax office — they do different jobs, so knowing which one to call saves you time.

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Property Tax

Homestead Exemption Can Lower Your Property Tax Bill

If your home in Johnson County is your main residence, you likely qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Ag Valuation Can Sharply Cut Taxes on Rural Land

If your rural land in Johnson County is actively used for farming or ranching, it may qualify to be taxed on its productivity value instead of market value — often a big difference.

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Vehicle Registration

Register Your Car at the Johnson County Tax Office

The Johnson County Tax Office handles vehicle titles and registration — the same office where you pay property taxes.

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