Small game
Squirrel
An East Texas forest staple.
Open seasons in the eastern forests, and year-round in many other counties.
Where
Mostly the eastern forests; also other open counties.
Daily / season limit
10 per day in East Texas; no limit in other open counties.
Season(s) (2026-2027)
- East Texas Oct. 1, 2026 - Feb. 28, 2027 and May 1-31, 2027
- Other open counties Year-round
- Youth-only (East Texas) Sept. 25-27, 2026
License & add-ons
Hunting license.
Source to confirm: TPWD Squirrel
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Official sources
Hunting rules for squirrel come from Texas Parks & Wildlife. Confirm the season, limits, and your county's rules before you hunt.
- Data vintage:
- Built on the 2026-2027 season
- Last reviewed:
- June 15, 2026
- TPWD Squirrel - Official TPWD page for this animal
- TPWD Outdoor Annual
- TPWD Seasons by County - County-specific dates and limits
Caution: Seasons, limits, and open counties change every year. The official TPWD pages are the final word.
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