Montana Mule Deer Hunting District 515
Plan a mule deer hunt in Montana Hunting District 515. 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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Unit 515 is situated in south central Montana, northwest of Billings and north of Columbus. This general unit is bordered by the Musselshell River to the north and the Yellowstone River to the south. This district is home to a significant population of mule deer, with a high number of these animals being harvested each year during both the archery and rifle seasons, which are both general seasons. While mule deer numbers are lower than their historical averages, there is still ample opportunity to hunt these animals in any part of the district.
Montana Mule Deer Opportunities in HD 515
Archery Only Season
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlered Buck | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Antlerless | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Land: Only Valid On Private Land. |
General Season
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlered Buck | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Antlerless | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth 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 | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| Either-sex | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Eligibility: Youth Land: Only Valid On Private Land. |
License and Permit Options
Deer B License (515-00)
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer B License | Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $15.00 |
| Deer B License | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline June 1, 2026 | $80.00 |
General Deer License
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Deer License | Resident | Ages 18–61 | OTC | $16.00 |
| General Deer License | Resident | Disabled hunters | OTC | $8.00 |
| General Deer License | Resident | Ages 12–17 and 62+; Youth and senior hunters | OTC | $8.00 |
| Big Game Combination - Drawing | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $1,312.00 |
| Big Game Combination - College Student | Nonresident | College student | — | $656.00 |
| Big Game Combination - Youth (12-17) - Sponsored | Nonresident | Ages 12–17; Youth hunters; Sponsored | — | $656.00 |
| NR Big Game Combination License | Nonresident | Native | — | $656.00 |
| Deer Combination - Drawing | Nonresident | — | DrawApplication deadline April 1, 2026 | $760.00 |
| Deer Combination - College Student | Nonresident | College student | — | $380.00 |
| Deer Combination - Youth (12-17) - Sponsored | Nonresident | Ages 12–17; Youth hunters; Sponsored | — | $380.00 |
| NR Deer Combination License | Nonresident | Native | — | $380.00 |
Draw Odds
Estimated first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Counts reflect first-choice applications and successful draws.
Deer B License · 515-00 — Resident · Regular pool
License Quota (2026)100
Total Applicant Count (2026)362
Total Draw Success Count (2026)88
Harvest Stats
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Harvest and Hunter Trends
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)680
Frequently Asked Questions
For Montana HD 515, Deer B License 515-00 applications are due June 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.
For Montana HD 515 in 2026, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Deer B License 515-00 with zero bonus points are 5.26 percent for nonresident regular applicants, 80 percent for resident landowner applicants, and 9.21 percent for resident regular applicants. These are modeled estimates, not guaranteed results.
The license or permit needed to hunt mule deer in Montana HD 515 depends on the hunt. Big Game Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Deer B License (code 515-00; resident and nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Deer Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. General Deer License (resident over-the-counter) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Check the current regulations for the license and hunt you plan to pursue.
Mule deer season in Montana HD 515 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.
See the latest Field Notes from properties offering mule deer hunts in HD 515.
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