Texas aoudad hunting is special for a bunch of different reasons. They offer a chance for the average hunter to go on a true mountain sheep hunt at a fraction of the cost and OTC tags. The experience is just like a much more expensive sheep hunt. You’ll be spending long periods glassing, and it’s incredibly difficult to spot aoudad that blend in so amazingly well with their surroundings. Patience is a virtue as you and your guides spend as much time as necessary locating a mature ram. Once a good ram is spotted, it requires a successful, well planned stalk to get within shooting range.
Best Time for Free Range Aoudad Hunting
Texas aoudad hunting is available year-round, but late fall, winter, and early spring are often the best seasons for hunting. The cooler temperatures make hiking more comfortable, and aoudad are usually more active during these months. Summer hunts are possible as well but can be quite challenging due to the intense Texas heat.

Texas aoudad hunts can be one of the most challenging/rewarding/affordable mountain hunts out there.
- Aoudad tags are over-the-counter in Texas.
- Texas aoudad hunting is quite possibly the best value in the sheep hunting world.
- Hunting season is year-round, but it’s best to hunt sometime between December and March.
- Our hunters have high success rates on trophy rams.
- Aoudad hunts in West Texas are almost all free range, fair chase.
- While archery hunting is possible, and an experienced bowhunter can get within bow range, bowhunting for aoudad is tough. Experienced archery hunters; you know the deal, this is a sheep hunt; rifles are recommended but if you insist…be prepared to be patient and be very confident and proficient at 60+ yards.

Texas Aoudad Hunting IN West Texas

Free Range Texas Aoudad Hunting IN PALO DURO CANYON
Palo Duro Canyon is a Hidden Gem for Sheep Hunters
Texas aoudad hunting in Palo Duro Canyon is one of the best-kept secrets in American hunting. This stunning area spans around 40,000 acres and is the second-largest canyon in the U.S., featuring rugged terrain and thick cover that provide excellent habitat for wildlife. Palo Duro is home to abundant aoudad sheep, feral hogs, and other predators, making it a top hunting destination in Texas.
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- Aoudads in the area are impressive, typically measuring 28 to 34 inches, with an average just over 30 inches—making this an experience every hunter should have on their bucket list.
- Besides aoudad, hog and predator hunts add to the excitement.
- Hunters can relax and enjoy scenic views from a hunting lodge situated right on the canyon’s rim.

Book Your Aoudad Hunt
If you’ve considered Texas aoudad hunting, the time is now!
The cost will just continue to go up, because hunters are starting to realize the value of a free range aoudad hunt in Texas. Especially when compared with the cost and difficulty of getting a sheep tag.
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Don Norwood –
I had a great aoudad hunt, and would hunt with this outfitter again.
Kevin Schmitcke –
The outfitter is a hard working guy. He truly loves hunting! He will do whatever he can to get you an animal. He answered all of my questions and kept giving me information during the hunt. It was a quick hunt, but I couldn’t pass up the first ram that we saw. A big thank you for everything! I would hunt with this outfitter again for sure.
Eric Felton –
We had a great time!
Kyle Hanson –
I was amazed at the number of big aoudad rams we saw in just two days of hunting. I took my sheep out of a group of 150 Rams! Come to find out after hunting here they have not had a hunt go past 3 days since operating and guiding on this Ranch for the past 8 years. Not only that, they are carrying a pretty solid 30-32″ trophy average with the occasional 33″ Ram taken! We went 3/3 in two days. I took a heavy horned old ram on the first day on my longest shot to date.
Mark Sij –
The outfitter and the guides were excellent! Accommodations very comfortable and refreshing at the end of the day of aoudad hunting. My Outfitter and guides were very knowledgeable, and experienced. They worked hard to help me get my trophy and I truly appreciate them and all their hard work.
Christopher Dunne –
Shot an excellent aoudad. Tons of animals. Very nice staff. Would recommend for sure.