There’s no better time to talk about one of Central Texas’s best-kept secrets: the wealth of hunting opportunities in Fayette, Lavaca, and Colorado counties. Learn what makes hunting great in Central Texas. Then, check out our listings to discover some amazing properties perfect for hunters. Many have open fields, water features, existing blinds and feeders, and more.
Popular Hunting in Central Texas
Firstly, here are some of the species and seasons you’ll find in this area, along with why hunters are drawn here:
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Dove — The regular dove season in the Central Zone kicks off around September 1 and runs through October, then reopens in December. Mourning dove and white-winged dove populations are up in many parts of Texas for 2025, meaning plentiful tags.
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Duck & Waterfowl — There are well-defined duck and migratory bird seasons. Duck season in many South and Central zones runs from early November through parts of January, with breaks. Having dedicated ponds on your property can make all the difference for waterfowl hunting.
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White-tailed Deer — A staple of Texas hunting. The general season in South Texas (which overlaps with parts of Colorado, Lavaca, Fayette) often runs November into January, with archery starting earlier.
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Wild Turkey, Quail, Small Game — These species are also present, with their own seasons (Turkey fall/winter, quail winter). Hunters who like walking cover, mix of woods and fields, get great value here.
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Feral Hogs & Predators — If you want year-round hunting activity, hogs are often legal anytime (or near it) and are ubiquitous. Great for practice, meat, and conservation. Many properties with feeders and blinds also help attract more game.
Why Central Texas Attracts Hunters
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Land availability & variety: There are a number of hunting properties for sale in Fayette County alone—dozens—with average sizes over 100 acres in many cases. Parcels vary from smaller weekend camps to large ranches—properties with water features, diverse terrain, woods, pasture, and existing infrastructure like blinds and feeders.
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Cost & VALUE: In Fayette County, the average listing price per hunting property is roughly $14,700–$16,900 per acre (for larger tracts). That often is more affordable than similarly equipped properties closer to major metros, especially given the natural amenities many of these tracts already include (ponds, blinds, feeders).
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Strong hunting seasons & increasing game populations: As noted above, dove counts are up considerably this season (mourning and white-winged dove) in many regions. With good seasons, hunters are more likely to invest time and money in a property that offers consistent game.
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Lease potential: Many landowners in Central Texas lease out property for hunting. Leasing rates vary widely depending on amenities, acreage, species, and accessibility. A rough guideline: leases in Texas can go for $5 to $300 per acre/year depending on how well the land is set up. If you own a well-equipped tract (pond, feeders, blinds), you’re on the high side of that range.
Properties Cater to Hunters and Wildlife
Here are what serious hunters look for—and what sets your listings apart:
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Water: Duck ponds or seasonal wetlands give waterfowl hunters major advantages.
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Feeders & food plots: Better game draw, better game health.
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Blinds / blinds sites: For duck, deer, turkey—all essential for comfort & success.
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Terrain diversity: Mix of woods, brush, open fields, edges. Game loves edges.
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Access & privacy: Gate, roads, distance from neighbors.
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Habitat management: Tree cover, water sources, food plants—properties that have been managed tend to hold better and more consistent game.
We Help Find Hunting Destinations
For buyers, investing in a property already outfitted for hunting means less upfront work. For sellers, showcasing those features—ponds, feeders, blinds, food plots—adds real value.
Therefore, at Bubela Real Estate we love showcasing properties that check many of these boxes. Many listings boast large acreage, water features, infrastructure already in place, excellent mixed habitat. Whether you’re looking for a weekend hunting retreat, a lease opportunity, or a full-time ranch, we can help you find the right tract.
