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Montana Elk Hunting District 301

Plan an elk hunt in Montana Hunting District 301. Review season dates, license options and harvest data, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.

Last updated October 9, 2026 by Aricin Rotarius

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Nestled in the stunning Gallatin Valley, this unit is bordered by the Gallatin River to the west. It offers fantastic hunting opportunities, with breathtaking views. Hunters with this general tag elk license have an excellent chance to get into elk during both the residential archery season and the migratory rifle season.

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HD 301 Shoulder Season Cow Elk Hunt | High Chances of Success

2,300 Acres at Black Ranch | Reeseplace in Gallatin Gateway, MT

Starting Price $275 / Guest

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HD 301 Group Big Game Hunt | Discounted Daily Rate w/ Camping

115 Acres at Big Sky MT Recreation in Big Sky, MT

Starting Price $600 / Guest

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HD 301 Big Game Hunt - 45 Minutes from Bozeman w/ Tent Camping

115 Acres at Big Sky MT Recreation in Big Sky, MT

Starting Price $750 / Guest

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Montana Elk Hunting Opportunities in HD 301

Early Season

August 15, 2026 – September 4, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	—	OTC	Elk B License (397-00)	Land: Only Valid On Private Land One per hunter. Multi-district license. Only valid on private land.

Archery Only Season

September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	Archery	OTC	Elk B License (397-00)	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Not valid on National Forest Lands.
Antlerless, Brow Tined Bull	Archery	—	General Elk License	—
Either-sex	Archery	—	General Elk License	Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth Resident hunters 75 years old and older may harvest an antlerless elk on private land.

General Season

October 24, 2026 – November 8, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless, Brow Tined Bull	—	—	General Elk License	—

General Season

October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	—	OTC	Elk B License (397-00)	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Not valid on National Forest Lands.
Either-sex	—	—	General Elk License	Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth Resident hunters 75 years old and older may harvest an antlerless elk on private land.

General Season

November 9, 2026 – November 29, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Brow Tined Bull	—	—	General Elk License	—

Late Season

November 30, 2026 – February 15, 2027

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	—	OTC	Elk B License (397-00)	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Not valid on National Forest Lands.

Heritage Muzzleloader Season

December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Brow Tined Bull	Muzzleloader	—	General Elk License	—
Either-sex	Muzzleloader	—	General Elk License	Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth Resident hunters 75 years old and older may harvest an antlerless elk on private land.

License and Permit Options

Elk B License (397-00)

Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Resident	Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters	OTCAvailable June 15, 2026	$20.00
Nonresident	Native	OTCAvailable June 15, 2026	$135.00
Nonresident	—	OTCAvailable June 15, 2026	$270.00