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Montana Hunt District 590

Updated Sep 2, 2026

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Hunting District 590 in Montana presents unique opportunities and challenges, with hunters noting a diverse terrain that requires careful navigation and familiarity. The area's draw odds and seasonality are critical factors to consider when planning a hunt, as they can significantly affect the availability of target game like elk and deer. Many hunters emphasize the importance of understanding game behavior specific to this district, particularly the patterns during different times of the year. Overall, users suggest that thorough pre-hunt scouting and leveraging local insights can enhance the hunting experience in this region.

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At a Glance

2,877Square Miles

9.9%Public Land

3,000 - 4,400Elevation Range

This hunt district is located east of Billings and south of Roundup. It includes the Bull Mountains north of the Yellowstone River and Pine Ridge south of the Yellowstone River. The area is mostly private land and gaining access can be difficult. It would be wise to obtain permission or book with an outfitter prior to applying for this unit.

Elk populations in this district have been increasing. Mule deer are scattered throughout the district, but their numbers are down. Whitetail numbers are also down and are mainly found along the Yellowstone River and Musselshell River bottoms.

Quick Tips

Obtain landowner permission prior to applying in this unit
Maps showing land ownership will be useful here
Rattlesnakes may be encountered up until the first of November in this unit

GOHUNT

Montana Hunt District 590

Updated Sep 2, 2026

See what hunters are saying

Hunting District 590 in Montana presents unique opportunities and challenges, with hunters noting a diverse terrain that requires careful navigation and familiarity. The area's draw odds and seasonality are critical factors to consider when planning a hunt, as they can significantly affect the availability of target game like elk and deer. Many hunters emphasize the importance of understanding game behavior specific to this district, particularly the patterns during different times of the year. Overall, users suggest that thorough pre-hunt scouting and leveraging local insights can enhance the hunting experience in this region.

This is an AI-generated summary from comments and user reviews, and won't always be correct.

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At a Glance

2,877Square Miles

9.9%Public Land

3,000 - 4,400Elevation Range

This hunt district is located east of Billings and south of Roundup. It includes the Bull Mountains north of the Yellowstone River and Pine Ridge south of the Yellowstone River. The area is mostly private land and gaining access can be difficult. It would be wise to obtain permission or book with an outfitter prior to applying for this unit.

Elk populations in this district have been increasing. Mule deer are scattered throughout the district, but their numbers are down. Whitetail numbers are also down and are mainly found along the Yellowstone River and Musselshell River bottoms.

Quick Tips

Obtain landowner permission prior to applying in this unit
Maps showing land ownership will be useful here
Rattlesnakes may be encountered up until the first of November in this unit