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For elk hunters looking for new opportunities in 702, LandTrust.com makes it easy to connect directly with landowners and book elk hunts. Unlike expensive annual leases, guided hunts, or door knocking, LandTrust makes accessing private land for elk hunting simple.

Find Hunts in HD 702

This hunting district is situated between the Bighorn River and the Tongue River in southeastern Montana. While the area is predominantly private land, it does support some quality game. Hunters can easily access this unit for day trips from either Billings or Miles City with just a short drive.

Only 4 Hunts Offered

Cow Elk Shoulder Season Hunt | Consistent Herds in HD 702

3,000 Acres at Happy Trails Hunting and Recreation Ranch in Bighorn, MT

Starting Price $350 / Guest

1 Guest

1 Day

RV Site(s)

1 of 2 Booked

Multi-Day Bull Elk Bow Hunt | HD 702: Draw Permit Opportunity

3,000 Acres at Happy Trails Hunting and Recreation Ranch in Bighorn, MT

Starting Price $1,000 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

RV Site(s)

1 hunt remaining this season

Only 1 Hunt Offered

October Mule Deer & Cow Elk Hunt: HD 702 | Oct. 24th - 28th

1,110 Acres at Rosebud County Breaks in Forsyth, MT

Starting Price $2,500 / Guest

2 Guests

5 Days

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Montana Elk Hunting Opportunities in HD 702

Archery Only Season

September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	Archery	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	Archery	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	Archery	Draw	Elk B License 007-00	Land: Valid In All Region 7 HDs.
Antlerless elk, Spike Bull	Archery	—	General Elk License	—
Either-sex	Archery	Draw	Elk Permit 799-20	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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	Archery	Draw	Elk Permit 799-21	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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 elk	Archery	Draw	Elk Permit 799-20	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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 elk	Archery	Draw	Elk Permit 799-21	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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 elk	Archery	Draw	Elk Permit 702-20	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands. Permit Only Valid In HD 702. 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 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	—	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	—	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	—	Draw	Elk B License 007-00	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands Or CMR Refuge. Valid In All Region 7 HDs.
Antlerless elk, Spike Bull	—	—	General Elk License	—
Either-sex	—	Draw	Elk Permit 799-20	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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 elk	—	Draw	Elk Permit 702-20	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands. Permit Only Valid In HD 702. 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 elk	—	Draw	Elk Permit 799-20	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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

November 30, 2026 – February 15, 2027

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	—	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid On Private Land In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	—	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid On Private Land In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	—	—	General Elk License	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.
Antlerless elk	—	Draw	Elk B License 007-00	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.
Antlerless elk	—	Draw	Elk B License 700-00	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

Heritage Muzzleloader Season

December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	Muzzleloader	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	Muzzleloader	Draw	Elk B License (799-00)	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705.
Antlerless elk	Muzzleloader	Draw	Elk B License 007-00	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands Or CMR Refuge. Valid In All Region 7 HDs.
Antlerless elk, Spike Bull	Muzzleloader	—	General Elk License	—
Either-sex	Muzzleloader	Draw	Elk Permit 799-20	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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 elk	Muzzleloader	Draw	Elk Permit 702-20	Land: Not Valid On National Forest Lands. Permit Only Valid In HD 702. 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 elk	Muzzleloader	Draw	Elk Permit 799-20	Land: Only Valid In HDs 702, 704, And 705. 1st and only choice. 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 (799-00)

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 007-00

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 700-00

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 Permit 702-20

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 799-20

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 799-21

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