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For elk hunters looking for new opportunities in 217, LandTrust.com makes it easy to connect directly with landowners and book elk hunts. Unlike expensive annual leases, guided hunts, or door knocking, LandTrust makes accessing private land for elk hunting simple.

HD 217

Located in west-central Montana, this district is about an hour east of Missoula. Established as a small sub-unit for the 2016 season, it primarily aims to manage deer and elk populations on private lands. Most tags for antlered animals are allocated through a drawing, while some "B" tags for antlerless deer and elk are available over the counter. The area is largely dominated by private land and ranches, which can present significant challenges for hunters. However, there is still public land available, offering excellent hunting opportunities.

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HD 217 DIY Bull Elk Hunt: Draw Tag | Ag Fields on the Clark Fork

3,665 Acres at 6C Cattle Ranch South in Garrison, MT

Starting Price $500 / Guest

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HD 217 Draw Cow Elk Hunt | Herds on Pivots by the Clark Fork

3,665 Acres at 6C Cattle Ranch South in Garrison, MT

Starting Price $250 / Guest

1 Guest

1 Day

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Season Info - 2024

2026 season info will be updated once it's released by the state.

General Elk License

Opportunity: Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
Early Season: 8/15/2024 - 9/6/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: OTC, Non-Resident: DrawDetails: Only youth ages 12-15 and hunters with a PTHFV. Only valid on private land.
Opportunity: Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
Archery Only Season: 9/7/2024 - 10/20/2024
General Season: 10/26/2024 - 12/1/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: OTC, Non-Resident: DrawDetails: ArchEquip only.
Opportunity: Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
General Season: 10/26/2024 - 12/1/2024
Heritage Muzzleloader Season: 12/14/2024 - 12/22/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: OTC, Non-Resident: DrawDetails: Only youth ages 12-15 and hunters with a PTHFV.

Elk Permit: 217-10

Opportunity: Brow-tined Bull or Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
Archery Only Season: 9/7/2024 - 10/20/2024
General Season: 10/26/2024 - 12/1/2024
Heritage Muzzleloader Season: 12/14/2024 - 12/22/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: Draw, Non-Resident: DrawDetails: Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Bull Elk in any other HDs during this described season.Quota: 175

Elk Permit: 217-11

Opportunity: Brow-tined Bull or Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
Archery Only Season: 9/7/2024 - 10/20/2024
General Season: 10/26/2024 - 12/1/2024
Heritage Muzzleloader Season: 12/14/2024 - 12/22/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: Draw, Non-Resident: DrawDetails: Only youth ages 12-15. Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Bull Elk in any other HDs during this described season.Quota: 25

Elk B License: 217-01

Opportunity: Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
Archery Only Season: 9/7/2024 - 10/20/2024
General Season: 10/26/2024 - 12/1/2024
Heritage Muzzleloader Season: 12/14/2024 - 12/22/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: Draw, Non-Resident: DrawQuota: 160Quota Range: 50-500

Elk B License: 217-02

Opportunity: Antlerless Elk
Season Dates:
Early Season: 8/15/2024 - 9/6/2024
General Season: 10/26/2024 - 12/1/2024
Heritage Muzzleloader Season: 12/14/2024 - 12/22/2024
Tag Availability: Resident: Draw, Non-Resident: DrawDetails: Valid on private land onlyQuota: 300Quota Range: 5-500

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