Welcome to Ghost Apache Ranch

  Why wait? Contact us to enjoy the Ghost Apache Ranch experience. We have over 40 years of extensive and intensive game management experience. Choose from our flexible selection of game packages and rates, many of which include comfortable accommodations for the whole family.

Pursue big bucks

Ghost Apache Ranch offers a world-class opportunity to enjoy the big bucks of South Texas. Few habitats offer the abundance of wild game found only in the brush country of South Texas.  

In the bush

You will definitely know you are “in the bush” once you arrive in this wild semi-desert thorn bush country that resembles the African wilderness. Big deer thrive on the high-protein brush native to an area known as the Golden Triangle. This area is famous for the quality and quantity of record book whitetail grown in North America.  Be sure to ask about our large African plains game.
 

A one-of-a-kind adventure

Come experience a unique adventure, with over 9,000 acres of high fence including 4 miles of Nueces River frontage bottomland. Ghost Apache is in a class of its own even in South Texas, with a majority of the ranch consisting of old native brush and considered “unimproved”, in cattle production terminology. The land provides a diverse high-protein diet exceeding 20% in the winter and summer seasons. This native year-round high-protein forage is why South Texas is famous for big-antlered deer.

 Deer Packages

The Deer Package features 6 hunts /3 nights of lodging at the Hunting Camp (upgrade to La Casa Reserva for additional fee). Arrive at noon day one depart noon day four. 

Our youth (12 years and under) hunting package includes a $1,500 mature 8-point buck.  All deer hunts include complimentary mixed game of hogs, coyotes, 2 javelina and does.

The Trophy Hunt fee is based on the Gross B&C (Boone & Crockett) Score:

Gross B&C Score and Hunt Fees:
Management Hunt 
9 points or less or scoring 129 7/8 or less $2,750
Trophy Hunt Fee + Includes 10 points +/or 130 to 139 7/8 $3,500
140 to 149 7/8 $5,500
150 to 159 7/8 $6,500
160+ $7,500 + $500 per inch over 160 B&C  ​Immature buck $4,500

• Evidence of blood, meat, or bone is counted as harvested animal.
• Specific breeder bucks on file with the ranch are not included.
• Any doe or buck killed with ear tags is $25,000
• Matching broken points are added back to score.
• All hunts from designated blinds.

 Dove Packages
DIY Dove

​​Ideal for groups that like their own personal touch and grilling. The camp package saves money and allows for those that like a “Do It Yourself” hunting experience.

Option 1
Afternoon hunt with an overnight stay and day 2 morning hunt. Depart by noon. $250/hunter

Option 2
Arrive day 1 at noon and depart day 3 after morning hunt. 4 potential hunts at $125/hunt. $500/hunter

Both options include lodging, soft drinks in camp, directions to the field, fully equipped kitchen, fire pit and BBQ grill

Option 3
Day hunt.  Includes directions to field. $150/hunter
The Dove Package is available during the South Zone season.  * Fees do not include shotgun shells, hunting licenses, gratuities, meals, alcohol, or personal gear.   Steel shot only.

Casa Reserva Dove

This package consists of 3 days and 2 nights, double room pr bunk occupancy, meals, wine and beer, 3 hunts, sporting clays, transportation to and from the field, guides, bird processing and packaging.One of the finest hunting Haciendas in Texas. This is an excellent accommodation for entertaining corporate and customer groups. Visit the Casa Reserva tab for images 

 No. of Hunters:  Price per Hunter:
1-4                             $1,200/hunter
5-10                           $1,000/hunter
11-26                            $900/hunter

Day/1 night                 $500/hunter

 
Day 1:

• 1:00pm to 1:30pm  Registration at office
  
• 1:30pm to 2:30pm  Refreshments and appetizers at the lodge
  
• 2:30pm to 3:30 pm Sporting clay warm up shoot
  
• 3:30pm to 6:30pm  To the field for hunt
  
• 7:30pm  Cocktails and dinner

Day 2:

• 7:00am  Wake up knock
• 7:30am to 8:00am  Continental breakfast
• 8:00am to 11:00am  Sporting clay shoot or hog hunt
• 11:00am   To the lodge for lunch
• After lunch 3:00pm  Pool side/relaxation
• 3:30pm to 6:30pm  To the field for hunt
• 7:30pm  Cocktails and dinner

Day 3:

• 6:00am  Wake up knock
• 6:30am to 7:30am  Continental breakfast
• 7:30am to 9:30am  Out to the field for hunt
• 10:30am  Country breakfast
• 12:00pm  Check out

* Fees do not include shotgun shells, hunting licenses, gratuities or personal gear. Steel shot only. 

Guests and Family

Guests and family members not participating in deer or quail packages are welcome to enjoy Ghost Apache Ranch. Come for birding, hiking, biking, photography and the fascination of South Texas brush country during beautiful game drives. Per Diem hunts listed below are perfect for guests and family members, too!

Lodging:  Hunting Camp

Included with the hunting package (deer, dove & quail).  Ghost Apache Ranch has a very comfortable on-site hunting camp for do it yourself accommodations. Three cabins sleep 4 to 6 guests each and can be set up for private accommodations for families and private parties. Cabins have fully furnished kitchenettes, each with a microwave, stove top and refrigerator.  The cabins are ideal for those that like their own personal touch in camp.

Dining is centrally located in the “Palapa” and allows guests to come together, enjoy a warm fireplace and share the day’s events.

Lodging:  Casa Reserva

Stay in one of the finest hunting haciendas in south Texas.  Breathtaking architecture complete with three suites (double occupancy) and two bunk rooms that sleep 20 for a total of 26 guests.  Perfect for corporate groups. Relax after the hunt in our world class cantina and enjoy exquisite meals prepared by our onsite chef. Minimum 2 suites or 4 quests for lodging. Visit "Casa Reserva" for a tour.

 Hacienda Rates
$75/Day meals only
$300/night-Suite w/meals
$150/night-Bunk Bed w/meals

Per Diem Activities/Hunting Fees

Pick from the following rates and game hunts that can be arranged in addition to our daily guest or family rates:

Activity & Price

• Quail $750 per day
• Turkey $350 
• Duck Hunts $350 per hunt
• 8-Point Management Bucks $600 per hunt
• Small Game Package
  (Hogs/Coyotes) $350 per day
• Bobcat $5,000
• Mountain Lion $10,000
• Javelina $350 per javelina
• Night Vision Hog Hunt $300 extra
• *Non Hunting $150 per day
• Sporting Clays 50 clays per round $50 per person/4 minimum 

Ghost Apache Ranch Policies​

1. A 50% deposit is required to confirm your dates.
2. No refunds or cancellations. However, dates can be rescheduled in the current hunting season.
3. Any drawn blood is counted as a kill.
4. All hunts are subject to regulations and limits of the State of Texas.
5. * Waived with per diem hunts or lodging at Casa Reserva.