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Find Hunts in HD 690
This hunting district is located in the northcentral part of the state and includes the Bears Paw Mountain Range, which is located north of the Missouri River and south of the town of Havre. The Rocky Boy Indian Reservation is situated within the district, which presents challenges for both hunters and game managers. The Bears Paws are known for producing some of the top trophy bull elk in the state, with giant bulls being taken and trophy-class bulls being found every year. This is a very competitive draw unit for elk.
Montana Elk Hunting Opportunities in HD 690
Archery Only Season
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Either-sex | Archery | 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. |
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 | — | — |
| — |
| Antlerless | — | Draw |
| 690-01 license holders may use General Elk License to harvest 2nd antlerless elk in the same area and for the same duration the 690-01 is valid. |
| 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. |
Late Season
December 6, 2026 – January 31, 2027
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | Draw |
| — |
Heritage Muzzleloader Season
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Draw |
| 690-01 license holders may use General Elk License to harvest 2nd antlerless elk in the same area and for the same duration the 690-01 is valid. |
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | — |
| — |
| 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. |
License and Permit Options
Elk B License (690-01)
| 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 (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 (690-20)
| 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 (690-21)
| 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 |
General Elk License
| 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 |
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 · 690-01 — Resident · Regular pool
Harvest Stats
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Harvest and Hunter Trends
Harvest Success
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)349
Latest Estimated Hunters (2024)776
Hunter Days (2024)5,391
Days per Hunter (2024)7
Harvest Success (2024)33.1%
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