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Comal County, Texas

Game found here
White-tailed DeerWild Turkey
Hill Country & Edwards PlateauSee on map →0 questions

Unit info

Game species
White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey
Group
Hill Country & Edwards Plateau
Area
N/A
Public land
N/A

Season & harvest data is published for no species so far. White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey also occur here — that data can be added as the community contributes.

About this unit

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Comal County sits at the heart of the Texas Hill Country north of San Antonio, where limestone escarpments, live oak savannahs, and the crystal-clear Guadalupe and Comal Rivers frame some of the most iconic white-tailed deer habitat in the state. Deer densities are among the highest in the Hill Country, and the proximity to San Antonio and New Braunfels means this is some of the most sought-after and heavily leased hunting real estate in Texas. Rio Grande turkey are widespread in the cedar and oak terrain, and exotic species from nearby high-fenced ranches are commonly encountered.

Terrain & elevation

Classic Edwards Plateau limestone hills and canyon country with live oak, Ashe juniper (cedar), and Texas persimmon on the uplands. The Guadalupe and Comal Rivers flow through spectacular canyon terrain. Canyon Lake occupies a major portion of the Guadalupe River corridor.

Hunting pressure

High — among the highest in the Hill Country due to proximity to the San Antonio and New Braunfels metropolitan corridor and the premium perceived quality of the hunting.

Tags & permits

MLD (Managed Lands Deer) permits are common on larger ranches, allowing additional antlerless tags beyond the standard license. Standard TPWD license applies on non-MLD tracts. No antler restrictions in this Edwards Plateau county.

Species & seasons

Rio Grande wild turkey are abundant in the cedar-oak terrain. Axis deer and other exotic species are common on high-fenced properties and free-ranging escapees are frequently encountered. Aoudad sheep and fallow deer also present on some ranches. Feral hogs are prolific.

Highlights

Prime Edwards Plateau Hill Country whitetail hunting with exceptional deer densities near the San Antonio metro; Guadalupe River canyon country combining scenic beauty with outstanding turkey and exotic species opportunity.

Questions, tips & discussion

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Boundaries: TPWD county-based deer management units. Community info last updated 15d ago.