Plaska Lodge offers true spot-and-stalk exotic hunts across two game preserves totaling nearly 2,000 acres in the Texas Panhandle. Each preserve provides a distinctly different hunting experience, from rugged canyon country with steep breaks and winding draws to river-bottom habitat featuring mesquite flats, native grass prairies, hardwood timber, and sand dunes.

These hunts are designed for hunters who value fair-chase conditions and challenging stalks. Our exotic herds are managed in large, natural environments and are not overstocked or conditioned to bait. This is not a drive-and-shoot operation or a canned hunt. Shots are earned through patience, strategy, and careful execution, and every animal is hunted on its feet in real terrain.

All exotic hunts at Plaska Lodge are conducted on a no kill, no pay basis, guaranteed.

We offer flexible hunt options to fit different schedules and preferences.

Day Hunts – $300 per day, per hunter

Day hunts include:

• Fully guided spot-and-stalk hunting

• Transportation around the ranch

• Cold lunch and beverages provided in the field

All-Inclusive Hunts (with meals and lodging)– $600 per day, per hunter

All-inclusive hunts include:

• Fully guided spot-and-stalk hunting

• Lodging with private bedrooms

• All meals

• Transportation around the ranch

• Access to the rifle range

• Snacks and beverages during the hunt

• Cleaning, quartering, and cold storage of harvested game

All hunts are fully guided and conducted exclusively using a spot-and-stalk method. Hunting areas are private and uncrowded, allowing for ethical harvest practices and a high-quality experience from start to finish.

Exotic species available at Plaska Lodge include:

• Trophy Gemsbok Oryx

• Trophy Scimitar Oryx

• Trophy Fallow Buck

• Trophy Aoudad

• Trophy Axis Buck

• Trophy Blackbuck

• Bull Nilgai

• Cow Nilgai

Ram species include:

• Mouflon

• Red Sheep

• Texas Dall

• Corsican

• Black Hawaiian

• Painted Desert

• Jacobs Four Horn

Management and meat hunts available:

• Management Aoudad

• Broken-Horn Scimitar Oryx

• Cow Elk

Harvest fees are only due upon a successful harvest. Pricing varies by species and trophy quality, and current rates and availability are provided upon inquiry.

A deposit is required to reserve hunt dates and will be applied toward your hunt. Because all exotic hunts are offered on a no kill, no pay basis, no harvest fee is charged unless an animal is successfully taken. Non-hunting guests may be accommodated; please inquire for availability and pricing.

To discuss species options, availability, or to customize an exotic hunt to fit your goals, contact Plaska Lodge directly.

Hunt Rules & Lodge Guidelines

To ensure a comfortable, safe, and enjoyable experience for everyone at Plaska Lodge, please review the following rules and expectations:

Firearm Safety:

No loaded firearms are allowed inside the lodge or vehicles at any time. Always handle your firearm with care—keep it pointed in a safe direction, be mindful of your surroundings, and know what’s beyond your target.

Alcohol & Substance Policy:

Alcohol and prohibited substances are not allowed before or during any hunting activity. This includes any drug or substance made illegal under Texas law. Safety in the field is our top priority.

Licensing:

All hunters must have a valid and up-to-date Texas hunting license.

Lodge Etiquette:

• No smoking or pets are allowed in the lodge.
• Please bring a pair of indoor shoes, as hunting boots are not permitted inside.

Accommodations:

Private bedrooms are provided, along with fresh linens and towels. Complimentary coffee, tea, milk, and juice will be available. You’re welcome to bring your own alcoholic beverages to enjoy after hunting hours.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding—we’re committed to giving you an incredible hunting experience while maintaining a safe, clean, and respectful environment for all.