At a Glance
This district lies in central Montana just to the east of the state capital of Helena. Great elk and mule deer numbers are found here with respectable whitetail numbers. This is a great area for hunters looking to escape the crowds and get in deep.
With high populations of game animals any hunter will find a good hunt here. With oh elk success rates this one of the top tier districts in Montana and putting it on par with many hunts available in Colorado. Because of the better success rate the average age and size of mature bulls in slightly lower than in other districts. Great mule deer hunting can be found here with the possibility of pulling a monster buck out of the wilderness areas in the north. While the whitetail populations are low, great bucks are still being taken every year.
Quick Tips
- BLM maps, Forest Service maps and land ownership programs for your GPS or phone can help hunters navigate private and public lands
- Great fishing will be found in Hauser Lake, Missouri River and Canyon Ferry Reservoir
- Tire chains recommended during as this area can see heavy snowfall

