Montana Elk Hunting District 323
Plan an elk hunt in Montana Hunting District 323. Review season dates, license options, draw odds, and harvest data, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
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This expansive district is located in southwest Montana and encompasses a significant portion of the region. It features several prominent mountain ranges, including the Greenhorn and Gravelly ranges. Elk populations in this area are among the highest in the state.
Montana Elk Opportunities in HD 323
Land closures: Wall Creek WMA, Rob Ledford WMA, Blacktail WMA Are Closed Dec 02 - May 15.
Archery Only Season
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Valid On Wall Crk WMA And Adjacent Land As Posted. Multi-district license. |
| Antlerless elk, Brow Tined Bull | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Not valid on Wall Creek WMA and adjacent lands as posted. |
| Either-sex | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth Not valid on Wall Creek WMA and adjacent lands as posted. |
General Season
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Valid On Wall Crk WMA And Adjacent Land As Posted. Multi-district license. |
| Antlerless elk, Brow Tined Bull | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Not valid on Wall Creek WMA and adjacent lands as posted. |
| Either-sex | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth Not valid on Wall Creek WMA and adjacent lands as posted. |
Heritage Muzzleloader Season
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Valid On Wall Crk WMA And Adjacent Land As Posted. Multi-district license. |
| Antlerless elk, Brow Tined Bull | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Not valid on Wall Creek WMA and adjacent lands as posted. |
| Either-sex | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth Not valid on Wall Creek WMA and adjacent lands as posted. |
License and Permit Options
Elk B License (399-00)
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk B License | Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $25.00 |
| Elk B License | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $275.00Application fee included in price |
General Elk License
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Elk License | Resident | Ages 18–61 | OTC | $20.00 |
| General Elk License | Resident | Disabled hunters | OTC | $10.00 |
| General Elk License | Resident | Ages 12–17 and 62+; Youth and senior hunters | OTC | $10.00 |
| Big Game Combination - Drawing | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $1,312.00 |
| Big Game Combination - College Student | Nonresident | College student | — | $656.00 |
| Big Game Combination - Youth (12-17) - Sponsored | Nonresident | Ages 12–17; Youth hunters; Sponsored | — | $656.00 |
| NR Big Game Combination License | Nonresident | Native | — | $656.00 |
| Elk Combination - Drawing | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $1,112.00 |
| Elk Combination - College Student | Nonresident | College student | — | $556.00 |
| Elk Combination - Youth (12-17) - Sponsored | Nonresident | Ages 12–17; Youth hunters; Sponsored | — | $556.00 |
| NR Elk Combination License | Nonresident | Native | — | $556.00 |
Draw Odds
Estimated first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Counts reflect first-choice applications and successful draws.
Elk B License · 399-00 — Resident · Regular pool
License Quota (2026)500
Total Applicant Count (2026)2,028
Total Draw Success Count (2026)451
Harvest Stats
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Harvest and Hunter Trends
Harvest Success
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)748
Latest Estimated Hunters (2024)5,015
Hunter Days (2024)37,244
Days per Hunter (2024)7
Harvest Success (2024)20.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
For Montana HD 323, Elk B License 399-00 applications are due June 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.
For Montana HD 323 in 2025, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Elk B License 399-00 with zero bonus points are 50 percent for nonresident landowner applicants. For 2026, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Elk B License 399-00 with zero bonus points are 2.99 percent for nonresident regular applicants, 25 percent for resident landowner applicants, and 3.4 percent for resident regular applicants. These are modeled estimates, not guaranteed results.
The elk harvest success rate in Montana HD 323 was 20.2 percent in 2024.
The license or permit needed to hunt elk in Montana HD 323 depends on the hunt. Big Game Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Elk B License (code 399-00; resident and nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Elk Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. General Elk License (resident over-the-counter) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Check the current regulations for the license and hunt you plan to pursue.
Elk season in Montana HD 323 includes archery season from September 5 through October 18, 2026, general season from October 24 through November 29, 2026, and heritage muzzleloader season from December 12 through December 20, 2026. Check the current regulations for exact dates and license requirements.
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