Texas Exotic Hunts

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Texas Exotic Hunts

Texas Exotic Hunting

World-Class Exotic Hunting Ranch in Texas

Texas Exotic Hunts are world-class at Greystone Castle, offering hunters the opportunity to choose between over 30 species on our vast property. Axis deer, Fallow deer, Sika deer, Red Stag, Aoudad Sheep, Impala, and Blackbuck Antelope are just a sample of the variety of exotic species at Greystone Castle.

The Texas terrain provides the perfect habitat for all our exotic species. This, combined with expert guides, makes for the ultimate Texas Exotic Hunting experience.

Axis Deer Buck

Fully Guided Exotic Hunts in North Texas

If exotic hunts are your passion, then Greystone Castle is the place for you. We offer spectacular year-round, fully guided hunts on a variety of different exotic, and super exotic species. All hunts led by our expert guides and conducted from custom blinds or by spot and stalk. Bow hunting is available with advance notice.

The trophy fee includes caping and taxidermy prep. Guide fees, meals, and lodging are not included. The pricing listed is the “starts at” price. Trophies will be quoted in the field.

Over 30 Exotic Species to Hunt

Enjoy an incredible Texas exotic hunting experience with over 30 species to choose from at Greystone Castle. Our huntable exotic animals include:

Not sure what some of these are? Click on any specie's name to learn more about them.

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Blesbok in Texas

Texas Exotic Hunt Package Information

Exotic Hunts - Lodging and Meals

The trophy fee includes caping and taxidermy prep. Guide fees, meals, and lodging are not included. The pricing listed is the “starts at” price. Trophies will be quoted in the field. The trophy fee is per animal.

A daily rate of $675 per hunter includes lodging, meals, and a guide fee. *Does not include taxes, service fee, license, gratuity, ammo, or alcohol.
A minimum deposit of $1000 per hunter is required to hold your reservation.

Non-hunting guests in the same room pay $225 per night for all-inclusive meals. Non-hunting guests in a separate room pay $500 per night for all-inclusive meals and lodging.

What Is Not Included?

Ammo, gun rental, license, alcohol, tax, service fee, and gratuity are not included.

An animal is deemed taken/harvested when a hunter draws blood. It is our intent to do everything possible to recover any and all wounded animals. Drawn blood will result in the trophy fee being charged in full, whether the animal is recovered or not, and it is up to your guide to call the hunt when they feel they have exhausted all of their resources.

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Bison Hunting in Texas

American Bison

Starts at $7,000

  • Origins: The Bison, also known as the Buffalo, is a historic animal that once roamed the plains of North America. Their immensely large herds are estimated to be between 20,000 to 30,000 Bison or even more.
  • Size: The American Bison are massive animals, with bulls weighing up to 2,200 pounds. The recognizable horns of the Buffalo typically range from 16 to 24 inches.
  • Bison Hunts in Texas: At Greystone Castle, we have a healthy population of American Bison, probably the most historic animal to hunt in early America. Any hunter worth their salt has dreamed of harvesting an American Bison, and we are happy to offer hunts for Bison here in Texas.

Aoudad in Texas

Aoudad Sheep

Starts at $4,500

  • Origins: The Aoudad, is native to the mountainous regions of North Africa. Well-adapted to steep, rocky environments, the Aoudad is an elusive and challenging animal to hunt. Besting their keen senses makes them an extremely rewarding hunt.
  • Size: Aoudads typically weigh between 200 to 300 pounds, with horns reaching up to 35 inches. In exceptional cases, these animals can grow even larger. 

Axis Deer in Texas

Axis Deer

Starts at $5,000

  • Origins: The Axis Deer, also known as the chital or spotted deer, is native to India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and parts of Southeast Asia.
  • Size:  Known for their striking chestnut-brown coat with white spots the Axis Deer can grow up to 200 pounds. Their antlers are typically long and take on a graceful shape, with prominent brow tines. Axis Deer antlers can grow to over 25 inches in length, with some individuals having even larger antlers under the optimal conditions here at Greystone Castle.
  • Axis Deer Hunts in Texas: The Axis Deer is one of the most recognizable exotic game animals to hunters. Hunting these Axis Deer in Texas is a treat and a bucket list species to mark off your list. 

Blackbuck in Texas

Blackbuck Antelope

Starts at $4,500

  • Origins: The Blackbuck Antelope is native to India and can be found in parts of Pakistan and Nepal. They are known in the region for their tasty meat and luxurious dark coat.
  • Size: Blackbucks weigh in around 125 pounds, and have impressive spiraling horns. Their horns can reach up to 18 inches and in some cases have 4 distinct curls.
  • Blackbuck Hunts in Texas: Greystone Castle offers Blackbuck hunts here in Texas. The Blackbuck Antelope is one of the more popular exotics for hunters and a worthy adversary for whoever chooses the challenge. 

Black Hawaiian Sheep in Texas

Black Hawaiian Sheep

Starts at $3,500

  • Origins: The Black Hawaiian Sheep is closely related to the Mouflon. They are not truly native to North America but rather are subspecies that bred in North America.
  • Size: The Black Hawaiian Sheep can weigh upwards of 150 pounds. Their horns can be long and spiral outwards growing to around 30 inches in most cases. 

Blesbok in Texas

Blesbok

Starts at $8,000

  • Origins: The Blesbok, known for its distinctive white face and dark brown body, is native to South Africa. 
  • Size: Blesbok males and females have lyre-shaped horns, generally 12 to 14 inches in length. They weigh between 110 and 150 pounds with some exceptional specimens exceeding that. Enjoying a Blesbok hunt in Texas at Greystone Castle becomes a great story for any hunter.

Catalina Goat in Texas

Catalina Goat

Starts at $3,500

  • Origins: The Catalina Goat, also known as the Catalina Island Goat, is native to Catalina Island off the coast of California. They were introduced to the island in the early 20th century.
  • Size: The Catalina Goat horns are typically wide and can spread out dramatically, stretching out like wings, and can reach a width of about 24 inches. These animals are a popular choice for your exotic hunt.

Corsican Sheep in Texas

Corsican Sheep

Starts at $3,500

  • Origins: The Corsican Sheep was originally native to the island of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The breed was introduced to the United States, where it is now commonly found.
  • Size: Corsican Sheep can weigh up to 250 pounds and stand almost 3 feet at the shoulder. Their impressive horns can grow up to 30 inches resulting in a full curl. Hunting Corsican Sheep at Greystone Castle in Texas is a very enjoyable experience.

Elk in Texas

Elk

Starts at $10,000

  • Origins: Elk are one of the largest species of deer in the world. These impressive animals are native to North America and historically found from the eastern United States to the west coast and reaching up into Canada. There have even been populations in Northern Mexico. 
  • Size: As stated above male Elk can reach impressive sizes, heights of 5 feet at the shoulder, and weigh upwards of 700 pounds. Known for their impressive antlers, Elk antler spreads can be over 5 feet, with total measurements of over 400 inches. 
  • Elk Hunts in Texas: Greystone Castle is proud to offer Elk Hunts, one of the most sought-after and recognized game animals in North America. During the rut Bull Elk are known for their loud, and distinctive call known as "bugling." Making any Elk hunt in Texas one of the most exciting experiences a hunter can have. 

Fallow Deer in Texas

Fallow Deer

Starts at $6,500

  • Origins: The Fallow Deer is historically native to Europe, but has since been introduced to other regions in North America and Australia.
  • Size: Adult Fallow Deer can weigh up to around 250 pounds and they come in a variety of colors: chocolate, spotted, and white, with white being the rarest. Male Fallow Deer have distinct antlers that develop into a broad, shovel shape. These antlers can reach a width of over 30 inches and have multiple tines. The Fallow Deer is an extremely sought-after animal to hunt, and we are happy to offer them in Texas.

Gemsbok in Texas

Gemsbok

Starts at $9,500

  • Origins: The Gemsbok, native to arid regions of Southern Africa, have adapted to the harsh desert and semi-desert environments of the area.
  • Size: Gemsbok males and females are both horned, with males usually having thicker shorter horns compared to the females' longer and thinner horns. Adult Gemsboks are extremely robust typically weighing between 300 to 500 pounds. Known for their strength and aggression, they have been seen defending themselves against predators, such as lions. All of these attributes combine to create a magnificent hunt and a rare opportunity to hunt them in Texas. 

Grant's Gazelle in Texas

Grant's Gazelle

Starts at $10,000

  • Origins: The Grant's Gazelle is most commonly found on the savannas and plains of East Africa, mainly Kenya and Tanzania.
  • Size: Adult Grant's Gazelles weigh up to 150 pounds, with lyre-shaped horns that grow to lengths of over 20 inches. The horns are slender and curve backward in their well-known distinctive shape.

Ibex in Texas

Ibex

Starts at $7,500

  • Origins: The Ibex is a rugged animal native to the mountainous regions of the Middle East, particularly Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.
  • Size: Ibex typically grow up to 220 pounds, and their impressive horns grow to significant lengths, often over 30 inches. The combination of their unique look and their advanced climbing skills make the Ibex a great choice for your Texas exotic hunt. 

Impala in Texas

Impala

Starts at $9,000

  • Origins: The Impala is native to the savannas, grasslands, and woodlands of Eastern and Southern Africa.
  • Size: An adult Impala generally weighs between 120 and 165 pounds. Their horns can grow up to about 16 inches in length, typically slender and curved, with their characteristic S-shape.
  • Impala Hunts in Texas: These exotic African animals are known for their impressive speed and agility, running up to 35 miles per hour and leaping distances of 30 feet. The athleticism of the Impala makes it a formidable animal to hunt on your next trip to Greystone Castle in Texas. 

4-Horned Sheep in Texas

Jacob's 4-Horned Sheep

Starts at $3,500

  • Origins: Jacob's 4-Horned Sheep are traditionally known to be from the Middle East and the biblical region. However today Jacob's Sheep are more commonly associated with the UK, where they are believed to have been introduced from the Middle East.
  • Size: Jacob's 4-Horned Sheep are relatively small when compared to some other sheep species. They typically weigh between 80 to 120 pounds, and their four horns are a defining feature of the Jacob's 4-Horned Sheep. This is one of the more unique exotic game animals to hunt in Texas.

Mouflon in Texas

Mouflon Sheep

Starts at $5,000

  • Origins: Mouflon Sheep have a native range that extends to the mountainous regions of Western Asia, including parts of Turkey, Cyprus, and the Caucasus. They are widely considered to be one of the ancestors of the domestic sheep of today.
  • Size: Adult Mouflon Sheep can weigh up to around 150 pounds, their unique horns are curved and can form almost a complete circle. Hunting Mouflon Sheep is one of the great hunts available here in Texas.

Nile Lechwe in Texas

Nile Lechwe

Starts at $13,000

  • Origins: The Nile Lechwe is native to the floodplains and swamps of the central and northern areas of the Congo Basin. Its name the "Nile Lechwe" is somewhat inaccurate as they are not found around the Nile River but rather in the central African swamps.
  • Size: Nile Lechwe males have long, curved, and sometimes spiral horns that grow over 20 inches. Weighing up to 300 pounds these are some of the more exciting animals to hunt at Greystone Castle. 

Nilgai in Texas

Nilgai Antelope

Starts at $6,000

  • Origins: The Nilgai also known as the "Blue Bull" is native to India and parts of Pakistan. Where they can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and forested areas.
  • Size: Being the largest species of Antelope in India our Nilgai can weigh over 600 pounds. They have short straight horns that range from 6 to 8 inches in length. 
  • Nilgai Hunts in Texas: Not only are Nilgai a favorite to hunt at Greystone Castle in Texas, but in their native ranges they are a prized animal for their extremely succulent meat.

Red Sheep in Texas

Red Sheep

Starts at $5,000

  • Origins: The Red Sheep is native to mountainous regions of Iran. 
  • Size: Living up to 18 years old the Red Sheep typically weighs in around 125 pounds and has horns growing over 28 inches, making it a thrilling choice for your hunt with us. 

Red Stag in Texas

Red Stag

Starts at $10,000

  • Origins: The Red Stag is originally native to Europe, though it has now been introduced to other parts of the world, including here in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. Where the two latter have wild populations.
  • Size: Red Stags are known for their extremely impressive antlers and overall size. Their antlers regularly reach 50 points and weigh up to 800 pounds here at Greystone Castle.  
  • Red Stag Hunts in Texas: During the rut the male Red Stag produces a vocalization known as a "roar," which is similar in nature to the Elk's bugle but with its own distinct sound. This all culminates in one of the more exciting and rewarding hunts available at Greystone Castle. 

Sika Deer in Texas

Sika Deer

Starts at 6,000

  • Origins: Here at Greystone Castle we have two species of Sika, the Dybowski, and the Japanese. Both of these Sika subspecies originate from East Asia, mainly countries like Japan, China, Korea, and Taiwan.
  • Size: The Sika deer can weigh up to 200 pounds and often have antlers reaching over 20 inches in height. Between that and their beautiful dark brown coat, they are a trophy animal for any exotic hunter.

Springbok in Texas

Springbok

Starts at $9,000

  • Origins: The Springbok is a species of Gazelle native to the plains and savannas of countries in Southern Africa, specifically Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana. It is also famous for being the national animal of South Africa.
  • Size: This incredibly agile animal can run over 60 mph. Springboks can weigh up to 110 pounds and have backward curving horns around 10-15 inches, making this animal an excellent choice for your exotic hunt in Texas.

Himalayan Tahr in Texas

Himalayan Tahr

Starts at $6,500

  • Origins: The Tahr originates from the high-altitude forests and rocky areas of the Himalayas in Nepal, India, and Bhutan. This tough environment gives them a thick and bushy coat.
  • Size:  An adult Tahr can typically weigh between 200 to 300 pounds. Both the male and female Tahrs grow backward, curving horns growing to around 15 inches. 
  • Tahr Hunts in Texas: Unhuntable in their native Himalayan home range, Tahr are an exclusive animal only available to hunt in New Zealand and Texas, making this an extremely unique opportunity.

Texas Dall Sheep

Texas Dall Sheep

Starts at $3,500

  • Origins: Now known as the Texas Dall Sheep, this Dall sheep species has its ancestral ties to the Dall Sheep of the North American Arctic. Since being brought to Texas they have since developed their own distinct traits.
  • Size: The Texas Dall Sheep can weigh up to 150 pounds, with their horns exceeding over 30 inches. Between these large curved horns and striking white coat, the Dall Sheep is a bucket list hunt for most hunters.

Waterbuck in Texas

Waterbuck

Starts at $8,000

  • Origins: The Waterbuck is native to Africa. With their shaggy coat, they produce an oily secretion that helps deter parasites as well as help them survive in the elements of Africa.
  • Size: The Waterbucks here at Greystone Castle can weigh over 400 pounds. Their curved horns regularly exceed 24 inches long, making them an excellent trophy for you to consider on your exotic hunt in Texas. 

Blue Wildebeest in Texas

Blue Wildebeest

Starts at $10,000

  • Origins: The Wildebeest is an African antelope that earned its name from its menacing appearance. The name "wildebeest" is derived from the Dutch word "wildebeest," which means "wild beast."
  • Size: The Wildebeest has a massive up to 600-pound body and curving 26+ inch wide horns, it is actually a favorite meal of lions and cheetahs on the plains of Africa.
  • Wildebeest Hunts in Texas: Greystone Castle offers you the rare opportunity to hunt this incredible African species here in the States making our Wildebeest hunting more accessible and enjoyable for everyone who visits.

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