At a Glance
713Square Miles
54.2%Public Land
2,400 - 7,500Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Good optics, lots of glassing clear cuts and burn scars
- Tire chains and a snowmobile may be helpful late in the season depending on snow accumulation
Hunters often note that Hunt District 122 in Montana offers challenging terrain, characterized by dense forests and elevation changes, which can impact accessibility and game patterns. Many suggest focusing on the unit's higher elevations for better elk activity, especially during the early season. Drawing a tag here is competitive, so understanding local migration patterns and scouting beforehand significantly increases success odds. Overall, hunters recommend patience and preparation to navigate the area's rugged landscape effectively.
Hunt District 122 includes the majority of the Thompson River drainage in western Montana. Hunters have the opportunity to hunt elk and deer during the same season with general licenses.
Elk and deer populations in this area were low but have grown, giving hunters the opportunity to harvest a mature bull or buck. The terrain is thick, with openings generally being logging units, burn scars and some open, grassy meadows. Access in this area is very good, with the majority of the district in part of the Lolo National Forest or Plum Creek Timberland. Hunting pressure can be high, but there is a lot of public land to hunt on.