What application dates apply to whitetail opportunities in Montana HD 704?

For Montana HD 704, Deer B License 007-00 applications are due June 1, 2026, for residents and nonresidents.

What are the draw odds for whitetail tags in Montana HD 704?

For Montana HD 704 in 2026, modeled first-choice draw odds for the Deer B License 007-00 with zero bonus points are 99.99 percent for nonresident landowner applicants, 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.

What license or permit do I need to hunt whitetail in Montana HD 704?

The license or permit needed to hunt whitetail in Montana HD 704 depends on the hunt. Big Game Combination License (nonresident draw) requires Base Hunting License and Conservation License. Deer B License (code 007-00; 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.

When is whitetail season in Montana HD 704?

Whitetail season in Montana HD 704 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.

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Montana Whitetail Hunting District 704

Plan a whitetail hunt in Montana Hunting District 704. Review season dates, license options, draw odds, and harvest data, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.

Last updated October 27, 2026 by Aricin Rotarius

Find Hunts in HD 704

Located between the Tongue and Powder rivers, this hunt district is a beautiful place to hunt with a mix of rolling prairies, large sagebrush flats, forested timber buttes, and steep river breaks. Whiteail can be found all throughout this general unit

Only 3 Hunts Offered

HD 704 General Deer Hunt | O'Dell Creek + Pasture w/ NF Access

750 Acres at Bull Ranch Land & Cattle | O'Dell Creek in Ashland, MT

Starting Price $250 / Guest

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1 Day

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HD 704 General Deer Hunt | Otter Creek + Hayfields w/ NF Access

1,450 Acres at Bull Ranch Land & Cattle | Otter Creek in Ashland, MT

Starting Price $250 / Guest

1 Guest

1 Day

RV Friendly

Only 3 Hunts Offered

HD 704 General Deer Hunt | 450 Private Acres Surrounded by NF

450 Acres at Bull Ranch Land & Cattle | Anderson Place in Ashland, MT

Starting Price $250 / Guest

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1 Day

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Montana Whitetail Opportunities in HD 704

Archery Only Season

September 5, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	Archery	Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw	Deer B License (007-00)	Land: Valid In All Region 7 HDs.
Either-sex	Archery	Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw	General Deer License	—

General Season

October 24, 2026 – November 29, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	—	Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw	Deer B License (007-00)	Land: Valid In All Region 7 HDs.
Either-sex	—	Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw	General Deer License	—

Heritage Muzzleloader Season

December 12, 2026 – December 20, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlerless	Muzzleloader	Resident: Draw Nonresident: Draw	Deer B License (007-00)	Land: Valid In All Region 7 HDs.
Either-sex	Muzzleloader	Resident: OTC Nonresident: Draw	General Deer License	—

License and Permit Options

Deer B License (007-00)

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.

Applicant group

Deer B License · 007-00 — Resident · Regular pool

License Quota (2026)6,000

Total Applicant Count (2026)795

Total Draw Success Count (2026)795

Harvest Stats

Hunter and success statistics include reported years only.

Harvest and Hunter Trends

Latest Estimated Harvest (2025)652

Frequently Asked Questions

Recent Updates from Landowners

See the latest Field Notes from properties offering whitetail hunts in HD 704.

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Bull Ranch Land & Cattle | Otter Creek

Landowner shared an update • Oct 27, 2026

Ashland, MT • 1,450 Acres

The grouse and pheasants are super thick in the hayfields this fall. They're as thick as I've ever seen them. There's been a couple of better than average muley bucks spotted drinking out of one of our water tanks on Otter Creek. I still need to get that game camera up to see if I can snap a couple pics. There's also been a pretty decent Whitetail buck hanging out in the hayfield by the house. Neighbors have been spotting elk coming into the meadows, but I haven't seen them yet. However, I have seen the fence they've wiped out. Ha ha.

Bull Ranch Land & Cattle | Otter Creek

Landowner shared an update • Oct 20, 2026

Ashland, MT • 1,450 Acres

The grouse and pheasants are super thick in the hayfields this fall. There as thick as I've ever seen them. There's been a couple of better than average muley bucks spotted drinking out of one of our water tanks on Otter Creek. I still need to get that game camera up to see if I can snap a couple pics. There's also been a pretty decent Whitetail buck hanging out in the hayfield by the house. Neighbors have been spotting elk coming into the meadows, but I haven't seen them yet. However, I haven't seen the fence they've wiped out. Ha ha.

Bull Ranch Land & Cattle | Anderson Place

Landowner shared an update • Sep 3, 2026

Ashland, MT • 450 Acres

At the Anderson Place on August 19th. Another prospective hunter said he saw turkeys at the Anderson Place a couple Mondays ago.