Elk hunting can be done in Unit 393 with a general tag. This district, located in southwest Montana on the east slope of the Bridger Mountains, is renowned for its high population of game animals, both deer and elk. In addition to providing excellent hunting opportunities, it is also renowned for its stunning natural scenery.
August 15, 2026 – September 4, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | OTC |
| Land: Only Valid On Private Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Only valid on private lands. |
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Archery | OTC |
| Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Not valid on National Forest Lands. |
| Antlerless, Brow Tined Bull | Archery | — |
| — |
| Either-sex | Archery | — |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth |
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | OTC |
| Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Not valid on National Forest Lands. |
| Antlerless, Brow Tined Bull | — | — |
| — |
| Either-sex | — | — |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth |
November 30, 2026 – February 15, 2027
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | OTC |
| Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands One per hunter. Multi-district license. Not valid on National Forest Lands. |
| Antlerless | — | — |
| Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands |
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless, Brow Tined Bull | Muzzleloader | — |
| — |
| Either-sex | Muzzleloader | — |
| Eligibility: PTHFV, Youth |
| 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 |
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Disabled hunters | OTC | $10.00 |
| Resident | Ages 12–17 and 62+; Youth and senior hunters | OTC | $10.00 |
| Resident | Ages 18–61 | OTC | $20.00 |
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)507
Latest Estimated Hunters (2024)2,048
Hunter Days (2024)14,310
Days per Hunter (2024)7
Harvest Success (2024)28.8%