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Book your next Montana Mule Deer 535 hunt with LandTrust, the best way to hunt private land.

For mule deer hunters looking for new opportunities in 535, 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 535

Unit 535 is located in central Montana, north of Roundup and south of Winnett. It is bounded by the Musselshell River on the south and east, and is mostly private land. The Big Snowy Mountains are located just to the north, while the Little Snowy Mountains are in the northwest corner of the unit. This unit is a draw unit for mule deer with good opportunities for a buck throughout the unit.

Only 5 Hunts Offered

Mule Deer Buck Hunt in HD 535: Permit Area | 1 Hr from Billings

19,850 Acres at Lewis Ranch South in Lavina, MT

Starting Price $1,050 / Guest

1 Guest

3 Days

Lodging

Only 3 Hunts Offered

HD 535 Mule Deer Buck Hunt | Permit Draw Area in Central MT

3,980 Acres at Moseman 75 Inc | South in Lavina, MT

Starting Price $175 / Guest

1 Guest

1 Day

RV Friendly

Only 5 Hunts Offered

Mule Deer Buck Hunt | HD 535: Deer Permit Area w/ Buck Potential

29,500 Acres at Lewis Ranch North in Lavina, MT

Starting Price $1,050 / Guest

1 Guest

3 Days

RV Friendly

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Montana Mule Deer Hunting Opportunities in HD 535

Archery Only Season

September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlered Buck	Archery	Draw	Deer Permit (535-50)	Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
Antlerless	Archery	—	General Deer License	Eligibility: Youth Land: Only Valid On Private Land.
Antlerless	Archery	Draw	Deer B License (535-00)	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 (535-50)	Permit must be used with a valid General Deer License. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD.
Antlerless	—	—	General Deer License	Eligibility: Youth Land: Only Valid On Private Land.
Antlerless	—	Draw	Deer B License (535-00)	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 (535-50)	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 (535-00)	Land: Only Valid On Private Land.
Antlerless	Muzzleloader	—	General Deer License	Eligibility: Youth Land: Only Valid On Private Land.

License and Permit Options

Deer B License (535-00)

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 (535-50)

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