Trophy Red Stag Hunts in Texas
Red Stag Hunt
Texas Hunt Lodge offers fully guided red stag hunts in the Texas Hill Country for hunters pursuing everything from mature management stags to enormous, world-class red deer exceeding 500 inches. We hunt red stag in every trophy class. Our Texas red stag season generally runs from August through late January, when the stags are carrying antlers. With access to more than 30 professionally managed Texas ranches, Texas Hunt Lodge provides outstanding red deer hunting without the expense and travel of an international hunt in New Zealand or Europe. See our full list of Texas hunting packages to plan a combination hunt.
Management Hunt: $6,500
Trophy under 300″: $8,950
300-349″: $10,950
350-399″: $13,950
400-449″: $19,950
450-499″: $25,950
500-549″: $34,950
550″+: POR
Lodging & Meals Packages
Pricing is per hunter and covers accommodations and meals. Trophy fees for each species are additional and selected at checkout.
3-Day, 2-Night Package: $1,000 per hunter
4-Day, 3-Night Package: $1,350 per hunter
5-Day, 4-Night Package: $1,700 per hunter
Lodging & Meals Packages
For non-hunters who want to stay at the lodge and join the experience.
3-Day, 2-Night: A Private Room for $885 per person, a Shared Room for $600 per person
4-Day, 3-Night: A Private Room for $1,180 per person, a Shared Room for $800 per person
5-Day, 4-Night: A Private Room for $1,475 per person, a Shared Room for $1,000 per person
Red Stag in Every Trophy Class
Texas Hunt Lodge hunts red stag across the entire trophy range, so there is an option for every hunter and every budget:
- Mature management red stag
- Traditional trophies scoring under 300 inches
- Premium red stag in the 300 to 399 inch class
- Gold medal-quality red stag exceeding 400 inches
- World-class red deer scoring more than 500 inches
- Select giant red stag exceeding 550 inches
Mature stags are known for long main beams, heavy mass, numerous points, and impressive crowns, and those antler characteristics become more pronounced as a stag matures. Full pricing by trophy class is listed on our trophy fee price sheet.
Fully Guided Texas Red Stag Hunts
Every red stag hunt at Texas Hunt Lodge is fully guided. Your guide assists with orientation to the ranch, locating stags, judging trophy quality, selecting the right animal, shot placement, and recovery, so you can focus on the hunt itself.
Hunting methods may include:
- Spot-and-stalk
- Rifle
- Bow
- Muzzleloader or black powder
- Handgun
- Safari-style
- Hunting from a blind
The best method depends on the ranch, the individual animal, conditions, and the hunter’s abilities. When you are ready, you can reserve your hunt online.
Red Deer Hunting in the Texas Hill Country
Red deer are native to Europe and Asia and have adapted extremely well to Texas. They are among the largest deer species in the world. Mature males, called stags, are known for their powerful build, deep roar, and massive branching antlers with distinctive crowns.
The varied terrain of the Texas Hill Country, with its hills, brush, and open country, creates an ideal setting for pursuing red stag and closely mirrors the kind of hunting experience many hunters travel overseas to find. If you enjoy hunting large exotic deer, consider pairing your trip with our elk hunts, fallow deer hunts, or axis deer hunts.
When Is the Best Time to Hunt Red Stag in Texas?
The Texas red stag season generally runs from August through late January, when the stags are carrying huntable antlers. Although exotic red deer may legally be hunted year-round on private property, trophy hunting follows the antler cycle. Stags typically begin shedding their antlers around late January, which is why the primary trophy window closes then.
Red Stag in Velvet
Early in the season, stags are still in velvet. August is the best time to hunt a velvet red stag, when the antlers are covered in soft, blood-rich tissue and the trophy carries a distinctive velvet look.
Hard-Antlered Red Stag
Stags are typically hard-antlered by early September. From September through late January is the primary window for hunting a hard-antlered red stag in peak trophy condition.
The Red Stag Roar
During the early fall breeding season, stags become vocal and highly competitive. This is when you hear the deep, unmistakable roar of a red stag, one of the most memorable experiences in exotic hunting.
A Texas Alternative to New Zealand Red Stag Hunting
Texas Hunt Lodge gives hunters access to heavily antlered red stag comparable to international trophies, without the overseas flights, passports, or international trophy shipping that a New Zealand or European hunt requires. You still get the full experience: professional guiding, luxury lodging, and chef-prepared meals, all within the Texas Hill Country. Learn more about our lodge accommodations.
Red Stag Meat Processing and Taxidermy
A red stag provides both excellent venison and an impressive trophy. After the hunt, Texas Hunt Lodge can help coordinate transport, meat processing, taxidermy, trophy prep, and display options, so your stag is handled properly from the field all the way home.
At Texas Hunt Lodge, we boast the finest selection of Trophy Red Stag Deer at unbeatable prices, setting us apart as the premier destination for Red Stag hunts in the United States. From early August to the end of February, we offer hunts for magnificent Trophy Red Stag, ranging from Bronze to World Record Class Bulls. With no seasonal restrictions on hunting Red Deer in Texas, hunters have the flexibility to choose their preferred time for the hunt. For those seeking Red Stag in Velvet, we recommend scheduling the hunt for July or August, while after September 1st, all Big Red Stag should be hard-antlered.
We believe in offering hunters the freedom to select their preferred hunting method, whether it’s Spot and Stalk, Bow Hunting, Rifle Hunting, Black Powder, Safari Style Hunting, Handgun, or hunting from a Blind. Our experienced guides ensure that hunters of all ages, experience levels, and physical abilities are accommodated, guaranteeing a rewarding and inclusive hunting experience.
With a vast number of Red Stag roaming our ranches, ranging from Bronze Medal 10 point Stag to Gold Medal Red Stag with 25 points and impressive crowns, hunters can expect to encounter numerous New Zealand comparable Red Stag before selecting their Trophy Red Stag. Our Red Stag hunts are available from August through February each year, providing ample opportunity for hunters to secure their prized trophy. At Texas Hunt Lodge, we are committed to delivering Trophy Red Stag hunts that rival those in Europe and New Zealand, without the need for an international airline ticket.
Red Stag Trophy Fee
Management Hunt: $6,500
Trophy under 300″: $8,950
300-349″: $10,950
350-399″: $13,950
400-449″: $19,950
450-499″: $25,950
500-549″: $34,950
550″+: POR
We have local meat processors and taxidermist to take care of your trophy if you choose, or we can prepare the trophy for you to take home with you. Most local meat processors charge $1.00 to $1.25 per lb to process the meat from a Red Stag. We have an excellent local taxidermy studio for your Trophy Red Stag whom charge anywhere from $1350-$1595 for Red Stag Shoulder Mount depending on the style you choose, i.e. regular Shoulder mount, Bugling Shoulder Mount, Wall Pedestal Mount, etc. The turn-around time for these taxidermist is from 6 – 11 months.
The Red Deer is one of the largest deer on the planet, next to the Elk or the Moose. The Red Deer stag also carries a large rack of antlers, which adds to the prestige in hunting the animal to add to your exotic trophy collection. The average Red Deer Stag weighs around 750 lbs and stands about 5 feet at the shoulder, although they can reach up to 1,000 lbs.
Red Deer are prized for their large antlers which start growing in the spring and are shed each year, usually at the end of winter. Red deer antlers are distinctive in being rather straight and rugose, with the fourth and fifth tines forming a “crown” or “cup” in larger males. Any tines in excess of the fourth and fifth tine will grow radially from the crown. Red Deer are also highly sought after for their excellent venison meat. Red Deer meat is most abundant and most venison prepared in restaurants is from the red deer.
* Prices may vary.
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FAQ: Texas Red Stag Hunts
Q: Are red stag and red deer the same animal?
A: Yes. Red deer are the species, and a mature male red deer is called a red stag. The terms are often used interchangeably when talking about hunting the mature males.
Q: What size red stag can I hunt?
A: Texas Hunt Lodge hunts red stag in every trophy class, from mature management stags to traditional trophies under 300 inches, premium stags in the 300 to 399 inch class, gold medal-quality stags over 400 inches, and world-class red deer beyond 500 inches.
Q: Does Texas Hunt Lodge offer 500-inch red stag?
A: Yes. We have access to world-class red deer scoring more than 500 inches, as well as select giant stags exceeding 550 inches. Pricing by class is on our trophy fee price sheet.
Q: What months does Texas Hunt Lodge offer red stag hunts?
A: Our red stag season generally runs from August through late January, when the stags are carrying antlers.
Q: Why are red stag hunts not offered year-round?
A: Although exotic red deer may legally be hunted year-round on private property, trophy hunting follows the antler cycle. Stags typically begin shedding their antlers around late January, so the primary trophy window closes then.
Q: Are the hunts guided?
A: Yes. Every red stag hunt is fully guided. Your guide helps with locating stags, judging trophy quality, selecting the animal, shot placement, and recovery.
Q: Can I bow hunt red stag?
A: Yes. Bow, rifle, muzzleloader or black powder, handgun, spot-and-stalk, safari-style, and blind hunting may be available. The best method depends on the ranch, the individual animal, conditions, and the hunter’s abilities.
Q: When should I hunt a red stag in velvet?
A: August is the best time to hunt a velvet red stag, when the antlers are still covered in soft, blood-rich tissue.
Q: When are red stag hard-antlered?
A: Stags are typically hard-antlered by early September, and September through late January is the primary window for a hard-antlered trophy in peak condition.
Q: Is red stag meat good to eat?
A: Yes. Red stag provides excellent venison, and our team can help coordinate field care, processing, and transport after the hunt.
Q: Can non-hunting guests stay?
A: Yes. Non-hunting guests may accompany the hunter and stay at Texas Hunt Lodge by selecting an available non-hunter lodging and meal package.
Q: Do you accommodate family and corporate hunts?
A: Yes. Texas Hunt Lodge regularly hosts family groups and corporate hunts, with luxury lodging, chef-prepared meals, and the ability to combine multiple species on one trip.
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Not Sure Which Hunt Is Right for You?
With over 90 exotic game species and access to more than 30 premier Texas Hill Country ranches, we understand that choosing the perfect hunt can be overwhelming. Whether you’re eyeing a world-record trophy or seeking a unique adventure, our experienced guides are here to help tailor your experience.
Reach out today, and let’s craft a hunting adventure that meets your aspirations.
