Plan a whitetail hunt in Montana Hunting District 413. Review season dates, license options, draw odds, and harvest data, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
Last updated by Aricin Rotarius
This district is found in central Montana just south of Great Falls. Excellent opportunities can be found in this district, especially since the unit is a general tag. In general, hunters can expect a fun hunt in this district with good chances for a great experience and harvest.
September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: OTC |
| One per hunter. Valid in all Region 4 HDs except HD 455. |
| Antlerless | Archery | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in all Region 4 HDs except HD 455. |
| Either-sex | Archery | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: OTC |
| One per hunter. Valid in all Region 4 HDs except HD 455. |
| Antlerless | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in all Region 4 HDs except HD 455. |
| Either-sex | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
November 30, 2026 – January 15, 2027
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Only Valid In Great Falls Portion Of HD 413. See Legal Description. |
| Antlerless | — | Resident: OTC Nonresident: OTC |
| Land: Only Valid In Great Falls Portion Of HD 413. See Legal Description. |
| Antlerless | — | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Land: Only Valid In Great Falls Portion Of HD 413. See Legal Description. |
December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: OTC |
| One per hunter. Valid in all Region 4 HDs except HD 455. |
| Antlerless | Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw |
| Valid in all Region 4 HDs except HD 455. |
| Either-sex | Muzzleloader | Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw |
| — |
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer B License | Resident | Ages 12–17, 18–61, and 62+; Youth, senior, and disabled hunters | OTCAvailable June 15, 2026 | $10.00 |
| Deer B License | Nonresident | — | OTCAvailable June 15, 2026 | $75.00 |
| Deer B License | Nonresident | Native | OTCAvailable June 15, 2026 | $37.50 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Estimated first-choice draw odds by bonus points. Counts reflect first-choice applications and successful draws.
License Quota (2026)2,000
Total Applicant Count (2026)1,003
Total Draw Success Count (2026)1,003
Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.
Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)698
For Montana HD 413, Deer B License 004-01 applications are due June 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.
For Montana HD 413 in 2026, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Deer B License 004-01 with zero bonus points are 99.99 percent for nonresident regular applicants, 99.99 percent for resident landowner applicants, and 99.99 percent for resident regular applicants. These are modeled estimates, not guaranteed results.
The license or permit needed to hunt whitetail in Montana HD 413 depends on the hunt. Big Game Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Deer B License (codes 004-00 and 004-01; residents and nonresidents; draw or over-the-counter, depending on the hunt) 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.
Whitetail season in Montana HD 413 includes archery season from September 5 through October 18, 2026, general season from October 24 through November 29, 2026, late season from November 30, 2026 through January 15, 2027, and heritage muzzleloader season from December 12 through December 20, 2026. Check the current regulations for exact dates and license requirements.