Montana Bear Unit 301
Plan a bear hunt in Montana Unit 301. Review season dates, license options, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
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Montana Bear Opportunities in BMU 301
Hound Hunting Season
April 15, 2026 – June 15, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hound Hunting Season | — | Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: General Land: Only Valid In The Portion East Of I-15 And HWY 69. Check Restricted Area Descriptions (p 13): Townsend Weapons Restriction Area; Muskrat Valley Weapons Restricted Area. |
Spring Season
April 15, 2026 – June 15, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Season | — | — |
| BMU subject to close, with regular public notice, at any point after May 31st if the cumulative spring harvest exceeds 37% female black bears. Check Restricted Area Descriptions (p 13): Townsend Weapons Restriction Area; Muskrat Valley Weapons Restricted Area. |
Archery-only Season
September 5, 2026 – September 14, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archery-only Season | Archery | — |
| Check Restricted Area Descriptions (p 13): Townsend Weapons Restriction Area; Muskrat Valley Weapons Restricted Area. |
General Season
September 15, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Season | — | — |
| Check Restricted Area Descriptions (p 13): Townsend Weapons Restriction Area; Muskrat Valley Weapons Restricted Area. |
License and Permit Options
Nonresident Hound License (301-00)
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonresident Hound License | Nonresident | At least 18 years of age or older or turn 18 years of age before or during the season for which the license is issued | DrawApplications open July 1, 2026; deadline August 1, 2026 | $250.00Application fee $250.00Refundable |
Other opportunities
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Frequently Asked Questions
For Montana BMU 301, Nonresident Hound License 301-00 applications open July 1, 2026 and close August 1, 2026, for nonresidents.
The license or permit needed to hunt bear in Montana BMU 301 depends on the hunt. Nonresident Hound License (code 301-00; nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License, Conservation License, and Nonresident Mountain Lion License. Check the current regulations for the license and hunt you plan to pursue.
Bear season in Montana BMU 301 includes hound hunting season from April 15 through June 15, 2026, spring season from April 15 through June 15, 2026, archery-only season from September 5 through September 14, 2026, and general season from September 15 through November 29, 2026. Check the current regulations for exact dates and license requirements.
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