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Situated on the north side of the Missouri River, this rugged terrain provides ample opportunities for extensive foot travel and encourages hunters to spend considerable time observing the landscape through their optics.
Montana Elk Hunting Opportunities in HD 621
Land closures: CMR National Wildlife Refuge, Slippery Ann Elk Viewing Area Closed To All Hunting Per Refuge Regulation 406-538-8706.
Archery Only Season
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Archery | Draw |
| Only valid in HD 620 and HD 621. |
| Antlerless | Archery | Draw |
| Valid in HDs 620, 621, 622. Not valid on CMR Refuge. |
| Either-sex | Archery | Draw |
| 1st and 2nd choice only. Only valid in HDs 620, 621, and 622. Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Elk in any other HD during these described season dates. |
General Season
October 22, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Only youth ages 12-15. Only valid in HDs 620, 621, 622, 630, and 690. Only valid in HDs 620, 621, 622, 630, and 690. |
General Season
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | Draw |
| Only valid in HD 620 and HD 621. |
| Antlerless | — | Draw |
| Valid in HDs 620, 621, 622. Not valid on CMR Refuge. |
| Either-sex | — | Draw |
| Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Elk in any other HD during these described season dates. |
| Either-sex | — | Draw |
| Only valid in HDs 620, 621, and 622. Not valid on CMR refuge. Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Elk in any other HD during these described season dates. |
Heritage Muzzleloader Season
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Draw |
| Only valid in HD 620 and HD 621. |
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Draw |
| Valid in HDs 620, 621, 622. Not valid on CMR Refuge. |
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Only youth ages 12-15. Only valid in HDs 620, 621, 622, 630, and 690. Only valid in HDs 620, 621, 622, 630, and 690. |
| Either-sex | Muzzleloader | Draw |
| Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Elk in any other HD during these described season dates. |
| Either-sex | Muzzleloader | Draw |
| Only valid in HDs 620, 621, and 622. Not valid on CMR refuge. Permit must be used with a valid General Elk License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Elk in any other HD during these described season dates. |
License and Permit Options
Elk B License (621-01)
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $25.00 |
| Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $275.00Application fee included in price |
Elk B License (698-00)
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $25.00 |
| Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $275.00Application fee included in price |
Elk B License (699-01)
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Ages 12–15; Youth hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $25.00 |
| Nonresident | Ages 12–15; Youth hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $275.00Application fee included in price |
Elk Permit (620-20)
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $9.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable |
| Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $9.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable |
Elk Permit (620-21)
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $9.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable |
| Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $9.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable |
Elk Permit (621-20)
| Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $9.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable |
| Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $9.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in priceNonrefundable |
Draw Odds
Modeled first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Estimates are capped at 99.99% and do not represent a guaranteed draw.
Elk B License · 621-01 — Resident · Regular pool
Harvest Stats
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Harvest and Hunter Trends
Harvest Success
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)93
Latest Estimated Hunters (2024)582
Hunter Days (2024)4,593
Days per Hunter (2024)8
Harvest Success (2024)16.2%
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