Killeen area hunting???

[Loftin]

Just moved to Morgans point Texas, right by belton. Just wondering if there's anywhere in this area or within like 30-45 minutes in any direction that I can go bow hunt some hogs. Public land anything like that, i Have had my bow almost a year&havent been able to stick a pig yet

[Habanarrow]

The hood is probably your best bet

[DeadeyeDeb]

The muppet means Ft Hood if you are unfamiliar!!!!

[Habanarrow]

That's exactly what i meant

[Loftin]

Does anybody hunt out there?? I haven't ever hunted any public land&dont even know how to get permits to hunt out there or how all that works??

[DeadeyeDeb]

Hardworkincowboy does, he lust got some gear ripped off recently. So not a good idea to leave anything out there, but that seems to be the norm any more anywhere public. He knows his way around Ft. Hood. He would be a good go to guy. I am planning a hunt out there with him sometime this year if we can get our schedules together!!!!

[Habanarrow]

Does anybody hunt out there?? I haven't ever hunted any public land&dont even know how to get permits to hunt out there or how all that works??

Asides from your HL, you need the public land license, Ft. Hood permit which I think cost 100 for the year.
And last time I was looking into going there, you had to qualify by putting 2 out of 3 arrows on target from 20 and 30 yards.
MIght've changed lately. Double check

[DJM]

Granger Lake isn't very far.

DJ

[centex_aggie]

Yeah Granger Lake would be a good bet if you want to stick a pig.

[Ballcoach10]

I would recommend granger over hood.

[Loftin]

Where can I find more info on hunting granger lake?

[Habanarrow]

http://www.swf-wc.usace.army.mil/granger/Recreation/Hunting.asp

http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?TX++granger-lake-hunting&TravelTo=TX03lk002&VA=Y&AttractionCategory=&Attraction_ID=TX03lk002a002

[bho0351]

There's quite a few guys on here that hunt out there. Go to the public hunting section on here. (a lot of good info) Always folks out there. You'll need a public land permit, 144" of hunter orange, your gear and then go stick one. I've only been twice but looking to go again.

[bho0351]

Hardworkincowboy does, he lust got some gear ripped off recently. So not a good idea to leave anything out there, but that seems to be the norm any more anywhere public. He knows his way around Ft. Hood. He would be a good go to guy. I am planning a hunt out there with him sometime this year if we can get our schedules together!!!!

I need to try and get out there with him myself. Lol.

[U.S.ArmyRetired]

Fort hood

Loftin,
Here is the phone # for the Sportsmans Center on Fort Hood. They can give you all of the information. There is some good hunting but a lot of competition. A lot of hunters and free ranging cattle. Also, hunting areas are closed sometimes because of training. I do hunt there because it is the closest place I have to hunt and it is the cheapest public land you will find for year round hunting opportunities. Good Luck.

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Phone: (254) 532-4552

The Sportsmen's Center encourages and furthers the interest in hunting, fishing; and other outdoor recreation activities. The facility is devoted to the conservation and presentation of wildlife, their habitats and environment; the sports of hunting, fishing and archery, and the recreational use of guns for skeet, trap or other target shooting. The club offers a gathering place for sportsmen, complete with snack bar, pro shop, hunt control office and skeet range. The Sportsmen's Center also consists of, a playground, picnic areas and party rooms. Additionally, an equine boarding stable is managed by the Sportsmen's Center. This facility is open to the public.


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