Elkmeadow Game Ranch & Pavilion

Elkmeadow Game Ranch & Pavilion sits on Interstate 30 between Little Rock, AR and Dallas, TX—1200 acres of rolling hills, red oaks, post oaks, white oaks, and loblolly pines stocked with both native and exotic game. Owner Danny Elkins grew up hunting bobwhite quail on this property as a teenager. After years running two pharmacies, he acquired the land to return to the outdoors and turned it into a working hunting operation that's been hosting guests since the early 2000s.

The ranch is home to hundreds of animals roaming free across the property:

• •Whitetail Deer – Management bucks to trophy 12-pointers scoring over 140 by SCI
• •Exotic Species – European red deer stags, axis deer, fallow deer, sika deer, mouflon sheep, and American bison
• •Wild Hogs – Meat hogs with no licensing required on private property
• •Fishing – Florida bass, crappie, channel catfish, and hybrid sunfish in multiple lakes and ponds

• •Weapon of Choice: Bows, centerfire rifles, black powder, or handguns—hunters select their own.

$5,950 per hunter (3 days, 2 nights) - Includes (1) antler buck, (1) doe, and (2) meat hogs - Food, lodging, one-on-one guide, all ranch amenities - Fishing Package #1 included; non-hunters charged $300 for stay - Stalk, stand, or safari hunting available

$3,450 per hunter (3 days, 2 nights) - Includes (4) animals: red deer, axis, sika doe, or whitetail doe - Food, lodging, one-on-one guide - All ranch amenities and fishing included

• •Hogs over 125 lbs charged at $1 per pound additional. Skinning $40; caping $50.

Every hunt includes: - Meals – Known for pecan-smoked BBQ brisket, sweet green beans, twice-baked potatoes, slaw, rolls, and other entrees - Lodging – Cozy two-story cabin (sleeps 6) with full kitchen, fireplace, TV, and 5-acre lake views - One-on-One Guides – Expert guides who know every stand on the property - Field Services – Skinning, quartering, caping, transportation to taxidermist - Transportation – To/from stands and field retrieval of animals - Fishing – Catch-and-release or keep fishing included with most packages - Rifle Range Access – Zero in before your hunt

Out-of-state hunters need a 5-day permit for exotic hunting ($40). Texas residents must have valid hunting licenses. No license required for hog hunting on private property.

From reviews: "I was able to kill my first Buffalo here. A hunting trip with my dad that I will remember for the rest of my life." — Paul W

"We had 15 hogs to bring home! Cannot thank you all enough." — Jim P

The cabin rents for $250/night (sleeps 6) or book the Family Getaway package for $475.

Cabin amenities: - 2 queen beds, 2 twin beds - Full kitchen, dining area, full bath - Fireplace with wood provided - Flat-screen TV with Dish - Washer/dryer, good cell reception - Wrap-around porch with lake views - Large fire pit and outdoor BBQ grill - Coffee and continental breakfast included

The ranch doubles as a venue. Climate-controlled pavilion accommodates up to 250 guests overlooking a 5-acre lake. Hosts weddings, reunions, corporate events, proms, and the annual Ducks Unlimited banquet. Full catering available.

Elkmeadow Woodworks creates custom river tables, mantels, beds, and furniture from pecan, walnut, cedar, reclaimed barnwood, and raw-cut lumber with epoxy inlays.

382 Private Rd 42042 De Kalb, TX 75559 Danny Elkins: (903) 314-1090 Email: [email protected]

Off I-30 between Little Rock and Dallas. Transportation available from Texarkana airport.