Hunting

The primary objective of the national wildlife refuge is to provide habitat for the conservation of wildlife, native species in particular. Carefully managed hunts maintain wildlife populations at a level compatible with available habitat and provide recreational opportunities.

Public hunting for deer, feral hogs, dove and turkey will be allowed on several thousand acres of Balcones Canyonlands NWR. Hunting on the refuge will be allowed only with a Balcones Canyonlands NWR hunt special use permit and in accordance with refuge hunting regulations.

T 512/339-9432 or go to Balcones Canyonland Wildlife Refuge web site.

Persons With Disabilities Hunt

Available to disabled youth and adult hunters possessing a pertinent and valid proof of disability.
Call (512) 339-9432 for details.