SIDEBAR S RANCH gives hunters the opportunity to hunt trophy Red Stags on an absolutely beautiful ranch.
The habitat and terrain on Sidebar S Ranch Ranch affords hunters the ability to safari style hunt from high rack vehicles, hunt from a modern comfortable blind, or even engage in a good old fashion spot and stalk hunt for your Trophy Red Stag.
We have a great herd of absolutely beautiful Red Stag on the ranch with excellent genetics producing amazing Trophy Red Stags every year.
Texas has no seasonal restrictions on hunting Red Stag, which makes hunting suitable year round. However, we prefer to hunt the months of October through March.
Sidebar S Ranch allows hunters to choose their method of hunting Trophy Red Stag. We have expert hunting guides who will help customize each hunter’s experience according to the hunter’s experience and preference of hunting technique and weapon.
Hunters can choose to Bow Hunt, Cross-bow, Rifle Hunt or Pistol Hunt.
Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) are the fourth largest species of deer and are occasionally confused with elk, due to their similarity in appearance. Moose, elk, and Sambar Deer are larger. Only Red Deer males, referred to as Stags or Harts, have antlers which they begin growing in the spring shortly after they’ve shed their previous season’s antlers. Females are referred to as hinds. Red Deer may be hunted year round in Texas. Stags are only harvested when they have hard antlers which is generally September thru March, but hinds can be harvested year round.
Red deer have a brown coat, with a red hue that becomes more pronounced in summer months. Stags grow a thicker darker grayer colored coat with short neck “Ruff” or mane in the fall. The largest Stags average 500 pounds and can weigh as much as 600 pounds.
Stag antlers are distinguished by the “crown” or “cup” of points at the tops of both beams. Five to six points per side is common but can exceed more than 20 per side. Their antlers are typically 28 inches in length and can exceed 36 inches. Due to the large size of Red Deer, Stags make an impressive mount.
Red Deer meat is delicious and is often the venison served in restaurants. It can be prepared as steaks or ground in order to make hamburgers or delicious meatloaf.
Red Deer are indigenous to Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. They were first introduced to Texas in Kerr County in the early 1930s.
Red Stag Hunts in Texas Trophy Fees
All our Red Stags are now $3,500-$8,000
Our Red Stag Hunts Include:
- All non-alcoholic beverages.
- Airport Shuttle to and from DFW airport
- Transportation to and from the ranch if staying in Granbury.
- All transportation while hunting
- 1×1 guide service
- Delivery of all game to processor or taxidermist
- Gun provided if needed
- Field Dressing included
Our Red Stag Hunts Do Not Include:
- Food and entertainment in Granbury
- Hotel accommodations in Granbury which is only 12 miles from Sidebar S Ranch
- Texas hunting license
- Processing fees
- Taxidermy fees
- Shipping or Packaging fees
- Gratuity
Booking Procedure
Upon booking your hunt, a 10% deposit is required to hold your dates. The remainder of the hunt balance is due when you arrive on the first day of your hunt. Any extra animals or costs can be paid for on an as we go basis or at the end of your hunt. When acts of God meaning the weather, and circumstances out of our control are present, we will work with you to reschedule or put your deposit towards another hunt. We do not refund hunt deposits. Please remember, if the animal is wounded, you own it.