Texas Trophy White Tail Deer Hunting
White Tail Hunting Program
Thunderhill Ranch is a Managed High Fence Ranching Facility. In addition to our whitetail breeding program, Thunderhill Ranch offers Texas white tail deer hunting. The trophy hunting program includes lodging and all meals on site. Each hunter will be personally guided by one member of our ranch staff and there will be at most two hunters at any one time. Each ranch staff guide will have the freedom to escort their assigned hunter on any part of the 840 acre high fenced ranch. A total of six blinds are strategically located throughout the ranch; two of these are designed to easily accommodate limited mobility hunters.
Prior to any hunting, you will be required to demonstrate shooting skills at the rifle range. Our Intense Wildlife Management has enabled Thunderhill Ranch to present the opportunity for harvesting 160+ inch B&C bucks. Thunderhill Ranch topography offers a challenging hunting environment.
All hunters, prior to arrival at the ranch, will be required to acknowledge and sign a “Hunt Contract and Liability Indemnification Agreement”.
What Makes Thunderhill Ranch Your Best Choice ?
- Accommodations Second-to-None
- First-Class Texas White Tail Deer Hunting Experience
- Expert Guides
- Intense Wildlife Management on Ranch
- On Site Processing
- Taxidermy Arrangements
Accomodations
Hunter’s Cabin
Flat Screen T.V, DVD Player, Internet Capable, Refrigerator/Freezer, Coffee Maker, Wood Burning Fireplace.
Maggie’s Cabin
Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Microwave
Barnroom
Coffee Maker
Pavillion
Ranch Honor
Philosophy :Thunderhill Ranch has a passion for high standards, and will always provide you with excellent service and hospitality. With personal guide attention; unforgettable accommodations, and a hunting and harvesting experience to be treasured forever, Thunderhill Ranch is ready to exceed your expectations.
It is the intention of Thunderhill Ranch to provide the hunter a reasonable opportunity to harvest deer buck of the caliber advertised by the ranch. In the event that opportunity does not present itself, you may return to hunt again at a mutual acceptable date or be refunded all but $3,000 of the booking fee.
In the event a shot is attempted and/or a deer is wounded, the obligation of Thunderhill Ranch has been met. Every reasonable attempt will be made to recover a wounded deer.
Safety is the most important factor for this or any hunt. Any consumption of alcohol will end hunting for that day. Be sure to follow all instructions given by your guide. Your guide will confer and coordinate with you to determine deer to be harvested prior to taking a shot. You must receive approval from the guide before any shot. Presentation of a 160+ Buck, approved by your guide for harvest will fulfill the obligations of Thunderhill Ranch; There will be no booking fee refund.
*This is not a guaranteed hunt; the hunter may go home empty handed.
Hunter’s Mark Package
There are two scheduled hunting packages per week, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. A package includes a total of 4 hunts over 3 days.
Check In Time is 1:00 p.m., Check Out Time is 12:00 p.m.
Day One
| BEGIN | END | EVENT |
| 1:00 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | Registration at Ranch Headquarters Office |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | Refreshments, Appetizers, Orientation at Headquarters Office, Transfer to Lodging |
| 2:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | Mandatory Rifle Zeroing:100 yard checkout prior to hunting |
| 4:00 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. | One-on-one Guided Hunting |
| 7:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Cocktails and Dinner |
Day Two
| BEGIN | END | EVENT |
| 5:30 a.m. | —————– | Wake up Knock on Door |
| 6:00 a.m. | 6:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Served in Deer Processing Kitchen |
| 6:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | One-on-One Guided Hunting |
| 11:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Country Brunch at Deer Barn or Pavilion(depending on weather) |
| 12:00 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | Leisure Time |
| 3:30 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. | One-on-One Guided Hunting |
| 7:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Cocktails and Dinner |
Final Day
| BEGIN | END | EVENT |
| 5:30 a.m. | —————– | Wake up Knock on Door |
| 6:00 a.m. | 6:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Served at Deer Processing Kitchen |
| 6:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | One-on-One Guided Hunting |
| 11:00 a.m. | —————– | Country Brunch at Deer Barn or Pavilion(depending on weather) |
| 12:00 p.m. | —————– | Check Out at Ranch Office |
There are a total of 4 Hunts over a 3 day package.
*Guide and Cook tips are not included in Thunderhill Ranch billing.
It is customary to tip 15-20% of the price of the hunt.
Trophy Hunting Prices
All hunts require a non-refundable 60% deposit ($3,000) when booked. The remaining $2,000 is due upon arriving at the ranch. There is no additional fee for non-hunting family. Non-hunting guest will pay a $200 per day fee.
| Lodging | $1,500 |
| Lodging Bed Tax @ 10% | $150 |
| One on One Guide, Meals, Open Bar, Transportation, Deer Caping, & Field Dressing | $3,350 |
| TOTAL BOOKING FEE | $5,000 |
There are limited number of Thunderhill Ranch hunts available each year. Once they are booked, we will begin booking for the following season. Fees are subject to change without notice.
The Trophy fee must be paid in full prior to the departure date. All bucks taken will be scored at the ranch and the total inches of horn: no deductions and non-typical B & C scoring will be used to determine Final Trophy Fee Pricing.
Wounded animals; any animal leaving a blood trail, will be charged the same as a kill.
| POINTS | BOOKING FEE | TROPHY FEE | TOTAL HUNTING FEE |
| 150 to 159 | $5,000 | $4,000 | $9,000 |
| 160 to 169 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| 170 to 179 | $5,000 | $7,000 | $12,000 |
| 180 to 189 | $5,000 | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| 190 to 199 | $5,000 | $25,000 | $30,000 |
Thunderhill Ranch Accepts Cash, Checks and Money Orders and all Major Credit Cards.
Hunting Essentials
All hunters
- will obtain a Texas hunting license before arrival at the ranch.
- will be required to acknowledge and sign the Hunt Contract and Liability Indemnification Agreement
- will abide by the laws of the United States of America, State of Texas and Llano County, and including rules set by Thunderhill Ranch.
- will be personally guided by one of our ranch staff guides. The guide will determine the classification of all bucks prior to harvest an inform the hunter of approximate B & C score and Trophy Fee.
What to Bring
- Rifle - Not less than a .243 rifle, zeroed in at 100 yards at Thunderhill Ranch
- Ammunition
- Hunting Attire
- Personal Items
- Cooler suitable to transport your deer harvest
- Valid Texas Hunting License
- Hunters Safety Certification if applicable
Booking Arrangements
Contact Carol Barington to arrange booking. 1-325-247-5444 or emailcarol@thunderhillranch.com