Montana Elk Hunting District 335
Plan an elk hunt in Montana Hunting District 335. Review season dates, license options and draw odds, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
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Located south of Helena, general elk Unit 335 encompasses the Boulder Mountains and the surrounding foothills west of I-15. This district has numerous roads and trails running through elk habitat, which means a lot of pressure. Hunting for elk in this area will be generally better on private land.
Montana Elk Opportunities in HD 335
Archery Only Season
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless elk | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in HDs 318 and 335. |
| Antlerless elk | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in HDs 318 and 335. |
| Antlerless elk, Brow Tined Bull | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex elk | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth |
General Season
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless elk | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in HDs 318 and 335. |
| Antlerless elk | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands. |
| Antlerless elk | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in HDs 318 and 335. |
| Brow Tined Bull Elk | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex elk | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth |
Heritage Muzzleloader Season
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless elk | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in HDs 318 and 335. |
| Antlerless elk | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in HDs 318 and 335. |
| Antlerless elk | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands. |
| Brow Tined Bull Elk | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex elk | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth |
License and Permit Options
Elk B License (394-00)
| 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 · 394-00 — Resident · Regular pool
License Quota (2026)400
Total Applicant Count (2026)1,567
Total Draw Success Count (2026)384
Frequently Asked Questions
For Montana HD 335, Elk B License 394-00 applications are due June 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.
For Montana HD 335 in 2026, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Elk B License 394-00 with zero bonus points are 4.86 percent for nonresident regular applicants, 66.67 percent for resident landowner applicants, and 4.27 percent for resident regular applicants. These are modeled estimates, not guaranteed results.
The license or permit needed to hunt elk in Montana HD 335 depends on the hunt. Big Game Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Elk B License (code 394-00; 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 335 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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