Texas alligator season 2026-27 Upcoming
Alligator season in Texas is opens Apr 1, 2027 (General).
Dates only. Bag limits, legal methods, licences and zone boundaries: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Read today.
Alligator dates by county: all 254 Texas counties in one table.
| Season | Zone | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 22 Counties & Special Properties | Sep 10, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026 | Closed closed |
| General | All Other Counties | Apr 1, 2027 to Jun 30, 2027 | Upcoming opens in 138 days |
Alligator hunting in Texas runs from Sep 10, 2026 (General) to Jun 30, 2027 (General) in the 2026-27 season, and is opens Apr 1, 2027 (General).
Dates differ by zone or unit (22 Counties & Special Properties and All Other Counties); check the zone column before you plan.
Source: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 2026 - 2027 Hunting Season Dates (page). Read today.