Plan an antelope hunt in Montana Hunting District 390. Review season dates, license options and draw odds, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
Last updated by Aricin Rotarius
This district is situated in west-central Montana, on the eastern side of Canyon Ferry Reservoir. Antelope are mainly found on private land, making access challenging and often requiring time to secure permission. While antelope populations have declined from historical highs, the overall quality remains decent. These animals tend to be scattered across isolated pockets throughout the area.
August 15, 2026 – November 8, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Either-sex | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| First and only choice. ArchEquip only. |
September 5, 2026 – October 9, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doe Fawn | Archery | Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
October 10, 2026 – November 8, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doe Fawn | — | Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
October 10, 2026 – November 8, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Either-sex | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope B License 390-30 | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $200.00 |
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope License 390-20 | Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $19.00 |
| Antelope License 390-20 | Resident | Disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $19.00 |
| Antelope License 390-20 | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $205.00 |
| Antelope License 390-20 | Nonresident | Disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $205.00 |
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope License: 399-20 | Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $19.00 |
| Antelope License: 399-20 | Resident | Disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $19.00 |
| Antelope License: 399-20 | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $205.00 |
| Antelope License: 399-20 | Nonresident | Disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $205.00 |
Estimated first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Counts reflect first-choice applications and successful draws.
License Quota (2025)5
Total Applicant Count (2025)2
Total Draw Success Count (2025)1
Yes. Antelope tags for these hunts in Montana HD 390 require a draw. Available draw licenses include Antelope B License and Antelope License for residents and nonresidents. Applications are due June 1, 2026.
For Montana HD 390, Antelope B License 390-30 applications are due June 1, 2026, for nonresidents. Antelope License 390-20/399-20 applications are due June 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.
For Montana HD 390 in 2025, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Antelope B License 390-30 with zero bonus points are 3.45 percent for nonresident regular applicants. These are modeled estimates, not guaranteed results.
The license or permit needed to hunt antelope in Montana HD 390 depends on the hunt. Antelope B License (code 390-30; nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Antelope License (codes 390-20 and 399-20; resident and nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Check the current regulations for the license and hunt you plan to pursue.
Antelope season in Montana HD 390 includes Either-sex from August 15 through November 8, 2026, archery season from September 5 through October 9, 2026, Doe fawn from October 10 through November 8, 2026, and Either-sex from October 10 through November 8, 2026. Check the current regulations for exact dates and license requirements.