Travis County follows Texas Parks & Wildlife rules on wildlife feeding. Deer feeding is legal on private property for hunting or observation with TPWD supplemental feeding regs. Feeding that creates public nuisance may be cited. Do not feed javelina, bears, or coyotes.
Chronic Wasting Disease zones and baiting restrictions vary by county. Travis is not currently in a CWD containment zone. Feeding urban deer in Lakeway and Steiner Ranch is a recurring policy issue; those cities have adopted anti-feeding ordinances. Unincorporated county has no deer feeding ban. Contact Travis County at (512) 854-4260 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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