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Find Hunts in HD 417

This hunting district is located on the western edge of the Missouri River Breaks, on the south side of the Missouri River. The rugged terrain provides ample opportunities for extensive foot travel and encourages hunters to spend significant time glassing the landscape. Mule deer can be hunted with a general deer license in this district.

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Mule Deer Buck Hunt | Draw Opportunity in HDs 417 + 426

3,275 Acres at Moseman 75 Inc | North in Hilger, MT

Starting Price $175 / Guest

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1 Day

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Only 2 Hunts Offered

Mule Deer Buck Hunt | Judith Mtn Views & Access to HDs 412 + 417

1,450 Acres at Bolton Jeffries Ranch in Hilger, MT

Starting Price $160 / Guest

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Montana Mule Deer Hunting Opportunities in HD 417

Archery Only Season

September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlered Buck	Archery	Draw	Deer Permit: 417-50	Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
Antlerless	Archery	Draw	Deer B License: 417-00	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

General Season

October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlered Buck	—	Draw	Deer Permit: 417-50	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: 417-00	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

Heritage Muzzleloader Season

December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlered Buck	Muzzleloader	Draw	Deer Permit: 417-50	Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
Antlerless	Muzzleloader	Draw	Deer B License: 417-00	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

License and Permit Options

Deer B License: 417-00

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

Deer Permit: 417-50

Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
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
Nonresident	—	DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026	$5.00Application fee $5.00Application fee included in price