West Tennessee is steeped in waterfowl heritage, a place where stories of legendary hunts are passed down through generations. At WillowTail Farm, we honor that tradition by providing Tennessee’s premier private duck hunting operation right here in TN. We are a family-owned, fully guided, and all-inclusive destination committed to delivering a world-class experience. We believe there is more to the hunt than just pulling the trigger; it’s about the memories, the camaraderie, and the entire experience.
Experience Our Premier Guided Duck Hunts
Our guided duck hunts are designed for the avid sportsman who values quality and exclusivity. Our farm is strategically located in the heart of the West Tennessee flyway, perfectly positioned near major state and federal refuges like Reelfoot, Duck River, and Black Bayou NWR. This area consistently holds massive concentrations of wintering waterfowl, with TWRA counts often exceeding 600,000 ducks. Our experienced guides live for this and put in the work year-round to ensure you are in the right spot for a successful duck hunting in TN.
Focus on the Hunt, We Handle the Details
As a premier all-inclusive operation, we take care of every single detail. When you book a trip with WillowTail Farm, you are signing up for an effortless, memorable adventure. Our packages include world-class hunting, comfortable lodging, and hearty, Southern-style meals. We want our “sports”—a traditional term for our valued clients—to be completely free of worry. Your only job is to enjoy the hunt and the fellowship.
Stop dreaming about the perfect Tennessee duck hunting trip and come live it. Contact us today to book your all-inclusive, fully guided duck hunt. We look forward to sharing our heritage with you.
Guided Duck Hunting Trips
$625 per person a day
WillowTail Farm offers premier private duck hunting in the heart of West Tennessee. Our heated blinds are outfitted with full stoves, because a hot meal is part of the tradition. The duck lodge is just minutes from our boat sheds, keeping you close to the action while still enjoying comfort and convenience. Every hunt is backed by top-of-the-line decoys and electronics, ensuring you’ll be impressed from the moment you step into the blind.
Your Hunt Schedule
Each morning begins around 5:30 a.m. when we meet you at the lodge. From there, it’s a short ride to the boat sheds before heading out to the blinds. A full breakfast and lunch is provided, and we hunt until noon to give the birds time to rest and keep the hunting strong for the following days.
Afternoons at WillowTail
So what happens after the morning hunt wraps up? That’s when the fun continues. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and check out our Afternoon Excursions — from Quail to Pheasant hunting or just kicking back and relaxing — perfect for making the most of your time with us.
Ol’ Hole $625 – Lodging & Food Included
Drive past our own private refuge of flooded corn and millet. Step down into a well lit boat and enjoy a scenic 15 minute boat ride to the blind. The blind itself is 40 by 10 feet and is accommodated with heaters for the chilly days. The timber hole is 70 yards by 70 yards with the blind situated in the shadows of cypress, tupelo, and buck brush around it. We use the top of line decoys and also most all the latest gadgets. Enjoy a home cooked meal that includes bacon, sausage egg cheese biscuits and mid day snack ranging from Crappie to Cheeseburgers . Come see what true West TN duck hunting hospitality really is!
Big Cypress $625 – Lodging & Food Included
Pull through the gate and pass by our own private refuge of flooded corn and millet. When you step out of the truck you will find well lit boats that make for a safe boat ride a five minute boat ride into a hole that is described as “the colosseum”. The hole is 100 yards by 70 yards. The blind is 30 by 10 feet perfectly situated in the middle on an old oxbow of the river. Imagine the experience of looking at 200-300 year old cypress trees as the ducks work down into the hole.
Big Cypress Hole WillowTail
JD Blind – (Up to Six people) $2,500 a day for the entire blind, No lodging included.
Arrive at our boat shed and take a five minute boat ride out to our blind. The blind is very spacious and easy for people of all ages to shoot from. Located on the forked deer river between several state refuges, we are also perfectly situated very close to private flooded corn and millet aka You will see lots of ducks! The blind is placed in a tall willow patch that is located in the middle of our 50 acre flooded field. We always use top of the line decoys, electronics, and a DuckThang for movement. We provide a full breakfast and lunch. We typically harvest mallards, gadwall, and green-wing teal.
Sandhill Crane Hunt – $400 per person
We are excited to partner up with West Tennessee’s exclusive sandhill crane guide operation. This gives us exclusive access to the ONLY areas that we ever see major concentrations of sandhill cranes. We only hunt in A-Frame blinds where it is much easier than your typical layout blind. We set out a large spread of decoys, typically 8-10 dozen and use calls. You will be shooting decoying birds. We are NOT located in the SE zone, we are located in the “State Wide” zone. The dates of our season typically run first Saturday in December until January 31st. This is a link where you can go to be drawn. https://www.gooutdoorstennessee.com/
Only individuals with a Tennessee Sandhill Crane Tag may hunt. Applicants must be at least thirteen (13) years of age to compete in the drawing. An Annual Hunting and Fishing License, (Type 001). Plus, a Tennessee Waterfowl License (Type 005) or equivalent licenses (such as Lifetime or Annual Sportsman), are required in order to enter either drawing. Hunters receiving SE Crane Zone tags will not be eligible to apply for crane tags in the statewide draw. Tags are non-transferable.
Sandhill Crane Identification Test: All sandhill crane hunters must pass an internet-based crane identification test each year before hunting. All tags issued are invalid until the “Sandhill Crane Test” validation code is written on the tag. The purpose of this test is to improve hunter’s awareness and ability to distinguish between sandhill cranes and other protected species which may be encountered while hunting. The test is available at twra.state.tn.us/SandhillCraneTest.
Afternoon Excursions
Unlimited Quail Hunting – $450 Per Person
Unlimited quail hunt that starts at 2pm after your duck hunt. This hunt includes a guide and dog. At the end of the hunt we also clean and bag them for you on site. Very limited space available so please be sure to book ahead of time. Minimum group size of 3 is required. We can accommodate larger groups, however the maximum amount of shooters at once will be 5.
Pheasant Hunting – $450 per person (8 Birds Per Person)
Pheasant hunt starts at 2pm and last for a couple hours. This hunt includes a guide and dog. At the end of the hunt we also clean and bag them for you on site. Additional birds can be added to the hunt if you so desire. Minimum group size of 2 is required. We can accommodate larger groups, however the maximum amount of shooters at once will be 5.
Questions? call 731-431-7627
What to bring:
-Federal Duck Stamp
-Shotgun
-Steel shot shells 12 or 20 gauge 3″ (#1, #2, or #3’s)
-Choke size recommendation Improved or Modified. NO FULL Chokes Please.
-Water proof rain gear
-Camera
-Knee Boots
A 50% deposit is required within 10 days of booking to ensure your dates.
A 50% deposit is required to secure a reservation within 7 days of booking. In case of a cancellation, the deposit is fully refundable less a $100 processing fee if the written cancellation is received prior to 90 days of the arrival date. For cancellations within 90-60 days of arrival, the deposit is non-refundable. Requests to move a scheduled trip date are the same as cancelling and re-booking. Because of our reliance on advanced bookings, we must make no exceptions to our cancellation policy. Tennessee weather is often variable, trips are not cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. If you are at all concerned with the cancellation possibility, we strongly encourage you to purchase trip insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in an all-inclusive hunt?
- An all-inclusive hunt at WillowTail Farm covers all your primary needs from arrival to departure. This includes professional and certified guided hunting, comfortable lodging at our farm, and three hearty, Southern-style meals per day. We handle all the logistics so you can focus entirely on the experience.
What do I need to bring for my hunt?
- While we provide the blinds, guides, and meals, you will be responsible for bringing your personal gear. This includes your shotgun, ammunition (non-toxic shot), Tennessee hunting license and appropriate stamps, waders, and camouflage clothing suitable for cold and wet weather.
What is the best way to get to WillowTail Farm?
- WillowTail Farm is conveniently located in the heart of West Tennessee. Most of our guests choose to drive directly to our lodge. For those flying, the nearest major airport is Memphis International Airport (MEM), which is approximately a 1.5 to 2-hour drive from our location.