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Book your next Montana Mule Deer 312 hunt with LandTrust, the best way to hunt private land.

For mule deer hunters looking for new opportunities in 312, LandTrust.com makes it easy to connect directly with landowners and book mule deer hunts. Unlike expensive annual leases, guided hunts, or door knocking, LandTrust makes accessing private land for mule deer hunting simple.

Find Hunts in HD 312

This district is divided into two distinct hunting areas: the Bridger Mountains, which require a draw tag for hunting district 312-50, and the rest of the unit, which is a general tag. Located just North of Bozeman, this unit is extremely convenient for folks flying in to Bozeman or even driving along I-90. However with that convenience, comes increased pressure at the limited access points of the Bridger Range. Private land or accessing public land through rivate land can be a big help here. Expect diverse terrain with some steep slopes and timber once you're out of the valley.

Only 3 Hunts Offered

Bridger Buck Hunt | Special Mule Deer Tag 10 Min from Bozeman

140 Acres at Montana Cow Company (Upper) in Bozeman, MT

Starting Price $1,000 / Guest

1 Guest

5 Days

Only 5 Hunts Offered

Gallatin Co. MT – Coulee & Draw Mule Deer/Elk Hunt in HD 312

160 Acres at Jedburgh Estates in Three Forks, MT

Starting Price $2,000 / Guest

1 Guest

2 Days

RV Friendly

Sold Out

HD 312 Mule Deer/Whitetail Buck Hunt | 20 Min from Bozeman

2,391 Acres at D Bar C Ranch in Belgrade, MT

Starting Price $3,250 / Guest

2 Guests

5 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

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Montana Mule Deer Hunting Opportunities in HD 312

Archery Only Season

September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026

OpportunityMethodAvailabilityLicense or PermitAdditional Details
Antlered BuckArcheryDraw
  • Deer Permit (312-50)
Land: Only Valid East Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.
Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
AntlerlessArchery—
  • General Deer License
Land: Only Valid East Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.
AntlerlessArcheryDraw
  • Deer B License (312-01)
Land: Only Valid On Private Land.
Either-sexArchery—
  • General Deer License
Land: Only Valid West Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.

General Season

October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026

OpportunityMethodAvailabilityLicense or PermitAdditional Details
Antlered Buck——
  • General Deer License
Land: Only Valid West Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.
Antlered Buck—Draw
  • Deer Permit (312-50)
Land: Only Valid East Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.
Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
Antlerless—Draw
  • Deer B License (312-01)
Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

Heritage Muzzleloader Season

December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026

OpportunityMethodAvailabilityLicense or PermitAdditional Details
Antlered BuckMuzzleloaderDraw
  • Deer Permit (312-50)
Land: Only Valid East Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.
Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
Antlered BuckMuzzleloader—
  • General Deer License
Land: Only Valid West Of Springhill/ Rocky Mtn Rd.
AntlerlessMuzzleloaderDraw
  • Deer B License (312-01)
Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

License and Permit Options

Deer B License (312-01)

Residency
Eligibility
Availability
Price
ResidentAges 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled huntersDrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026$15.00
Nonresident—DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026$80.00

Deer Permit (312-50)

Residency
Eligibility
Availability
Price
ResidentAges 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled huntersDrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026$5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price
Nonresident—DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026$5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price

General Deer License

Residency
Eligibility
Availability
Price
ResidentDisabled huntersOTC$8.00
ResidentAges 12–17 and 62+; Youth and senior huntersOTC$8.00
ResidentAges 18–61OTC$16.00

Draw Odds

Modeled first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Estimates are capped at 99.99% and do not represent a guaranteed draw.

Deer B License · 312-01 — Resident · Regular pool

Harvest Stats

Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.

Harvest and Hunter Trends

Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)178

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