Montana Mule Deer Hunting District 291
Plan a mule deer hunt in Montana Hunting District 291. Review season dates, license options, draw odds, and harvest data, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
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Find Hunts in HD 291
Located just north of Highway 90, between Drummond and Garrison Junction, this hunting district is celebrated for its trophy mule deer. The area has been effectively managed, providing excellent chances for hunters to pursue truly trophy-sized bucks.
Montana Mule Deer Opportunities in HD 291
Archery Only Season
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlered Buck | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. |
| Antlered Buck | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. |
General Season
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlered Buck | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. |
| Antlered Buck | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. |
Heritage Muzzleloader Season
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlered Buck | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. |
| Antlered Buck | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. |
License and Permit Options
Deer Permit: 291-50
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Permit: 291-50 | Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price |
| Deer Permit: 291-50 | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price |
Deer Permit: 291-51
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Permit: 291-51 | Resident | Ages 12–15; Youth hunters | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price |
| Deer Permit: 291-51 | Nonresident | Ages 12–15; Youth hunters | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price |
Draw Odds
Estimated first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Counts reflect first-choice applications and successful draws.
Deer Permit: 291-50 · 291-50 — Resident · Regular pool
License Quota (2026)30
Total Applicant Count (2026)947
Total Draw Success Count (2026)24
Harvest Stats
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Harvest and Hunter Trends
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)65
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Mule deer tags for these hunts in Montana HD 291 require a draw. Available draw licenses include Deer Permit for residents and nonresidents. Applications are due April 1, 2026.
For Montana HD 291, Deer Permit 291-50/291-51 applications are due April 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.
The license or permit needed to hunt mule deer in Montana HD 291 depends on the hunt. Deer Permit (codes 291-50 and 291-51; resident and nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License, Conservation License, and General Deer License. Check the current regulations for the license and hunt you plan to pursue.
Mule deer season in Montana HD 291 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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