Quick Tips
- Be grizzly bear aware, restrictions apply for food containers, keep a clean campsite
- Remove moose quarters as quickly as possible
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Located in the central part of the state to the southwest of Augusta. The district is comprised of a mix of private, BLM, state and Lewis and Clark National Forest lands. The National Forest has a multitude of trails and old logging roads, offering plenty of great access for horseback or the willing hiker.
Good bullscan be found here but densities are lower and hunters may need to spend time to inittially locate moose.
This district begins at the Dearborn River and State Highway 435 on the east and spans westward through plains and broken foothills through the forest to the Continental Divide in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. Timberline occurs around 7,000 feet.
Spruce, fir and lodgepole forests dominate much of the district, giving way to alpine meadows as elevation climbs. Riparian river and creek bottoms are comprised of willow, cottonwood and aspen.
Public access to the National Forest in this district is good, with several access roads and a network of trails. Some opportunity exists on private and state land as well.
There are lots of choices for any style of hunter in this district. The towns of Augusta and nearby Great Falls offer many options for lodging, groceries, gas and other amenities. Camping is allowed on all public ground for up to 14 days in one location and most camp on the forest in any convenient location.
Roughly 785 square miles
55% public land
Elevations from 4,100-9,200 feet