At a Glance
530Square Miles
14%Public Land
4,800 - 11,000Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- GPS with landowner maps are helpful
- Carry bear spray on National Forest
- Be prepared for sudden weather changes
Hunt District 311 in Montana has received a mix of user feedback highlighting both its challenges and opportunities for hunters. Many users emphasize the difficult terrain and recommend being physically prepared to tackle the area effectively. Others appreciate the unit's dense elk population but note that understanding local game behavior and travel patterns, especially during varying seasonal conditions, is essential for success. Hunters suggest focusing on draw odds and being prepared for a demanding but rewarding experience if adequately planned.
This district includes portions of Custer Gallatin National Forest and Lee Metcalf Wilderness Area. Two thirds of the district is privately held by large ranches owners making access difficult. Elk herds are found on National Forest lands a good portion of the year moving to private lands when faced by hunting pressure or heavy snow. Whitetails favor private lands and mule deer are found throughout the district.
Bulls can be found in the National Forest and Lee Metcalf Wilderness. Mule deer are found throughout the entire district with some never leaving private ranches and others spending their summers on the Madison Range and moving lower during the fall. Whitetails hang are on the creek and river bottoms on private lands.