Hunting, Fishing, Boating, and Outdoor Activities

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department links: apply online for recreational hunting and fishing licenses (the Texas License Connection Online System), and TPWD information on boating, camping, campgrounds, and out-of-door activities in the state.

Resources

  • Acquire Texas Hunting and Fishing License

    Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is pleased to offer our most popular recreational hunting and fishing licenses through the Internet. Residents and Nonresidents can now purchase online with a current drivers license or ID card, a social security number, and a valid credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover).

  • Boating

    The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department web site provides boating information including laws, regulations, registration information, among other resources. The site also includes links to license and permit information and applications.

  • Boat Registration Renewal

    Renew an existing boat registration using your MasterCard, Visa or Discover credit or debit card. You will need to supply the Texas boat identification number (TX number) and the last name of the primary owner or the business name (listed on the renewal notices). To change your address you will need to supply the boat serial number or title number. You may also order additional ID cards when you renew. Upon completion, you can print a receipt which allows for temporary use of the vessel not to exceed 45 days. The registration decals with ID card will be mailed.

  • Camping

    The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department web site provides camping information including laws, regulations, registration information, among other resources. The site also includes links to license and permit information and applications.

  • Fishing

    The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department web site provides fishing information including laws, regulations, registration information, among other resources. The site also includes links to license and permit information and applications.

  • Hunting

    The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department web site provides hunting information including laws, regulations, registration information, among other resources. The site also includes links to license and permit information and applications.

  • Nature and the Environment

    This site is intended to serve as a resource for persons interested in wildlife watching throughout the State of Texas.

  • Outdoor Adventures

    A listing of the outdoor activities, events, and workshops throughout Texas.

  • Outdoor Kids

    Outdoor Kids is a self-paced program encouraging young people to participate in firsthand experiences of the natural, cultural and recreational wonders that are Texas.