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Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA hunting
A hunter’s summary of Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA in Brown County: permits, zone dates, legal light and local services.
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What Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA is and who runs it
TPWD oversees Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA, a wildlife management area run by TPWD covering ground in Brown County. Size on record: 2,178 acres, 31st in a field of 36 wildlife management areas. Brownwood is the nearest of our town guides, roughly 15 miles away (the area lies north of it).
Apply through TPWD for 1 drawn hunt type.
Headquarters: 4567 CR 477 , May, TX 76857.
From the source record and 5 linked sources, retrieved 2026-10-11; page checked October 11, 2026.
Paperwork for hunting Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA
Fees are TPWD figures for the license year.
Drawn hunts here
| Category | Apply by |
|---|---|
| Youth Only Gun Deer – Antlerless/Spike | Sep 15, 2026 |
All drawn categories are online applications. Deadlines below are from the 2026 schedule.
Licensing
You need a hunting license; residents pay $25. Hunter education applies to anyone born on or after September 2, 1971.
Hunter orange rule
TPWD requires orange on public hunting lands while firearm seasons are on, except for turkey, migratory bird and alligator hunting.
Hunt area rules
On TPWD hunt areas: no vehicle hunting, no buckshot unless the hunt allows it, dogs only for small game and game birds except turkey.
Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA species and 2026-27 dates
Game named for the area: whitetails, feral hogs and predators. Each row uses the zone that covers Brown County.
| Species | Hunt | Zone | Opening | Closing | Limit | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed deer | Archery Only | North Zone | Oct 3, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 | 5 deer | |
| White-tailed deer | Youth-Only | North Zone | Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 1, 2026 | 5 deer | |
| White-tailed deer | General Season | North Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | 5 deer | |
| White-tailed deer | Special Late | North Zone | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | 5 deer | |
| White-tailed deer | Youth-Only | North Zone | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | 5 deer | |
| Feral hogs | Per area rules | — | — | — | — | |
| Predators and furbearers | Per area rules | — | — | — | — |
Area rules can be narrower than the county zone: fewer days, drawn hunts only or restricted weapons.
Hogs, exotics, rabbits and predators lack a statewide season on private land. Here the area’s rules apply.
Zone dates and bags from the TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (Outdoor Annual) for Brown County; area game list from the area record. Checked October 11, 2026.
Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA plotted with nearby tracts
Orange marks Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA. Within 60 miles: 4 other public areas.
Nearest town guides: Brownwood 15 miles out, south; Comanche 17 miles out, east; Coleman 32 miles out, west.
McGillivray and Leona McKie Muse WMA (3 miles southeast)
3 miles to the southeast (Brown County). 1,972 ac.
Lake Brownwood State Park (9 miles southwest)
9 miles to the southwest (Brown County).
Roger R. Fawcett WMA (59 miles northeast)
59 miles to the northeast (Palo Pinto County). 5,459 ac.
Points from TPWD GIS, agency pages and public geocodes as noted in each record. Distances are straight-line. Statewide public land map.
Brown County deer rules around Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA
The county bag below is the ceiling; drawn hunts and area rules can be stricter.
Whitetail limit, Brown County
Bucks here must show one unbranched antler or a spread of 13 inches inside; the second buck cannot also be a wide branched one.
Deer calendar for the county
| Segment | First | Last | Applies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery Only | Oct 3, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 | Entire county |
| Youth-Only | Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 1, 2026 | Entire county |
| General Season | Nov 7, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | Entire county |
| Special Late | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | Entire county |
| Youth-Only | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | Entire county |
Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA on the Texas event calendar
Youth hunts account for 3 upcoming dates here.
Still to come
| Dates | Name | Where | Sign-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21-22, 2026 | Youth Only Gun Deer – Antlerless/Spike – Paul & Toni Fox Burns WMA · drawn youth-only hunt | Paul & Toni Fox Burns WMA, Brown County | Drawing page |
| Dec 12-13, 2026 | Youth Only Gun Deer – Antlerless/Spike – Paul & Toni Fox Burns WMA · drawn youth-only hunt | Paul & Toni Fox Burns WMA, Brown County | Drawing page |
| Jan 9-10, 2027 | Youth Only Gun Deer – Antlerless/Spike – Paul & Toni Fox Burns WMA · drawn youth-only hunt | Paul & Toni Fox Burns WMA, Brown County | Drawing page |
Zone-by-zone dates for Brown County
Sort through 13 game speciess with seasons in Brown County; the status column turns green when a season is open.
| Animal | Season | Zone or area | Starts | Ends | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed deer | Archery Only | North Zone | Oct 3, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 | |
| White-tailed deer | Youth-Only | North Zone | Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 1, 2026 | |
| White-tailed deer | General Season | North Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | |
| White-tailed deer | Special Late | North Zone | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | |
| White-tailed deer | Youth-Only | North Zone | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | |
| Turkey | Fall Archery Only | North Zone | Oct 3, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 | |
| Turkey | Fall Youth-Only | North Zone | Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 1, 2026 | |
| Turkey | Fall Youth-Only | North Zone | Jan 4, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | |
| Turkey | Fall season | North Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | |
| Turkey | Spring Youth-Only | North Zone | Mar 27, 2027 | Mar 28, 2027 | |
| Turkey | Spring Youth-Only | North Zone | May 22, 2027 | May 23, 2027 | |
| Turkey | Spring season | North Zone | Apr 3, 2027 | May 16, 2027 | |
| Squirrel | General Season | All Other Counties | Sep 1, 2026 | Aug 31, 2027 | |
| Quail | Regular Season | Statewide | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 28, 2027 | |
| Dove | Regular Season | Central Zone | Sep 1, 2026 | Oct 25, 2026 | |
| Dove | Regular Season | Central Zone | Dec 11, 2026 | Jan 14, 2027 | |
| Dove | Falconry | Central Zone | Nov 13, 2026 | Nov 29, 2026 | |
| September teal | September teal | Statewide | Sep 19, 2026 | Sep 27, 2026 | |
| Ducks | Youth-Only | North Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | |
| Ducks | Veterans and military | North Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | |
| Ducks | Regular Season | North Zone | Nov 14, 2026 | Nov 29, 2026 | |
| Ducks | Regular Season | North Zone | Dec 5, 2026 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Ducks | Dusky Duck | North Zone | Nov 19, 2026 | Nov 29, 2026 | |
| Ducks | Dusky Duck | North Zone | Dec 5, 2026 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Ducks | Falconry | North Zone | Feb 1, 2027 | Feb 21, 2027 | |
| Geese | Dark Geese | Western Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Feb 7, 2027 | |
| Geese | Light Geese | Western Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Feb 7, 2027 | |
| Sandhill crane | Regular Season | Zone B | Nov 27, 2026 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Alligator | General Season | Non-core | Apr 1, 2027 | Jun 30, 2027 | |
| Woodcock | Regular Season | Statewide | Dec 18, 2026 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Woodcock | Falconry | Statewide | Feb 1, 2027 | Feb 21, 2027 | |
| Snipe | Regular Season | Statewide | Nov 7, 2026 | Feb 21, 2027 | |
| Rails and gallinules | Regular Season | Statewide | Sep 19, 2026 | Sep 27, 2026 | |
| Rails and gallinules | Regular Season | Statewide | Nov 7, 2026 | Jan 6, 2027 | |
| Rails and gallinules | Falconry | Statewide | Feb 1, 2027 | Feb 21, 2027 |
From the TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 county and species pages, checked October 11, 2026.
How long you can hunt each day near Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA
Big game and upland birds get a half hour of light on each end of the day. Waterfowl, doves and cranes get the morning half hour but stop at sunset.
Times worked out for Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA in Central time. Rule from the TPWD Outdoor Annual (shooting hours). Nongame, exotics and feral hogs on private land may be hunted at any hour. Shooting hours for every county.
Processing, taxidermy and supplies near Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA
Brown County listings first, then bordering counties.
Closest warden office on file: TPWD Law Enforcement Office (Brownwood) in Brownwood, 15 miles.
Store locators (Academy, Bass Pro, Cabela’s), the TPWD law enforcement office list, Hunters for the Hungry and business listings, checked October 11, 2026. Call ahead.
Loading up for Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA
Four items picked for the game hunted here, each with a live search.
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Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA: common questions
What permit do I need to hunt Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA?
Only by drawn permit through the TPWD Public Hunt Drawing.
What game does Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA list?
3 groups: whitetails, feral hogs and predators.
Which zone covers Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA for whitetails?
Brown County is in the North Zone for whitetails: general season Nov 7, 2026 to Jan 3, 2027. The area may allow fewer days.
What are the buck rules near Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA?
The Brown County listing allows 5 deer, 2 bucks max. Buck antler rules apply. Area rules may be tighter.
Does the orange rule apply at Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA?
400 square inches minimum with 144 each on chest and back and an orange cap, during daylight firearm hunting. Turkey, waterfowl, dove and alligator hunters are exempt.
How far is Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA from Brownwood?
Straight-line, 15 miles north from Brownwood. Comanche is 17 miles out.
What is the closest public area to Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA?
McGillivray and Leona McKie Muse WMA (3 miles), Lake Brownwood State Park (9 miles) and Proctor Lake (25 miles).
Can I enter a drawing for Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA?
Drawn hunts here: Youth Only Gun Deer – Antlerless/Spike. TPWD code: BF. From Sep 15, 2026 to Sep 15, 2026 by category.
Can I hunt doves until sunset at Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA?
Legal light: 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset, except doves and waterfowl, which end at sunset.
How young can a child hunt in Texas?
Children under 9 may hunt only when accompanied by a licensed adult 17 or older who has passed hunter education or is exempt.
Wrapping up Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA
Double-check Paul and Toni Fox Burns WMA with its manager: open days, check-in and any drawn-hunt rules.
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