320-Acre Trophy Whitetail Haven in Hughes County - Starks Place

Property Description: The property has good rifle views and many small clearings for bow hunting, There is a pipeline on E side, good shooting lanes all over, primarily oaks and hickory trees, grass is in good shape, no cattle has been on the property this year, native and bermuda grass. Good access to trails. This adjoins a 440-acre parcel that is currently available. The 320 acre property has a campsite on the far NW Corner.

About this area: 

Hughes County, Oklahoma has excellent hunting and is actually known as one of the top trophy whitetail producing counties in the state. Here's what you can expect:

Hughes County's Trophy Reputation

Hughes County is historically one of Oklahoma's most Booners-producing counties , and it ranks second in Oklahoma with 42 deer that have qualified for Cy Curtis Awards (the state's trophy recognition program). The former non-typical Cy Curtis record whitetail was actually taken in 2003 in Hughes County, scoring 240 3/8 points with 29 points total 

What You Might See

Based on the hunting opportunities in Hughes County, you can expect to encounter:

Primary Game:

• White-tailed deer - The county's claim to fame, with excellent trophy potential
• Wild turkeys - Both spring and fall hunting opportunities
• Wild hogs - Present throughout the area
• Waterfowl - Ducks and geese, especially given the area's water sources

Additional Species:

• Quail - Upland bird opportunities
• Dove - Good populations during season
• Rabbits and squirrels - Small game hunting
• Coyotes and bobcats - Predator opportunities

Hunting Quality

Hughes County offers hunting opportunities in beautiful rolling hills with mostly native grass, persimmon trees, and scattered patches of timber, with good whitetail area and decent waterfowl. The terrain typically features multiple ponds and seasonal creeks which attract wildlife.

Oklahoma's deer population is on an upward trend, the hunting is improving statewide, and all corners of the state have trophy potential, with a state biologist noting these are "the good old days" for deer hunting.

The hunting pressure in Hughes County tends to be moderate, and the mix of habitat types - from timber to open areas with good water sources - creates ideal conditions for producing mature whitetails. Given its track record for trophy production, Hughes County should definitely be considered prime hunting territory in Oklahoma.

Property size: 320 acres

Maximum Number of Hunters: 4

Cattle on Property? No

Is fishing allowed? Yes

Are family members allowed? Yes

Are guests allowed? Yes

Can this be used as a corporate lease? NO

Big Game Limits? Yes

Shared bag limit applied? Yes

Does the landowner require a phone or text notification before hunting? Yes

Electric hookup on property? No

Water hookup on property? No

Is camping allowed on property?

Greg Willis

• (405) 674-4868
• sales@ushunts.com