Located in the far northeastern corner of the state, Unit E1E offers a remarkable hunting experience. With abundant public land and prime elk habitat, it’s an ideal location for do-it-yourself hunters. The Pembina River, which flows in from Canada, enhances the area's elk habitat significantly. The terrain varies, with elevations ranging from around 1,500 feet to 1,000 feet in the river bottom before rising again, creating a mix of rugged terrain and forested areas. While public access is limited and much of the land is private farmland, hunters fortunate enough to secure a tag may want to reach out to local landowners for additional opportunities.
August 7, 2026 – September 27, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Archery | — |
| Land: Private Land Only Within The Boundaries Of The Hunter's Assigned Unit; PLOTS Land Prohibited Except By Enrolled Landowner Open to eligible license holders for the harvest of antlerless elk. Hunters may use any legal archery equipment or firearm as allowed by state regulation. Orange clothing required. |
September 4, 2026 – September 27, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Bow | Archery | — |
| Restricted to bows only during this time period. Restricted to unit and type of elk as designated on license. Must stay within their unit and use appropriate legal archery equipment during the bow season. Orange clothing is not required. |
October 2, 2026 – January 3, 2027
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Regular Season | Archery | — |
| Restricted to unit and type of elk as designated on license. License holders allowed to hunt during bow and regular season but must stay within their unit and use appropriate legal archery equipment or firearms. Orange clothing required. |
January 9, 2027 – January 17, 2027
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlerless | Archery | — |
| Open to eligible license holders for the harvest of antlerless elk. Hunters may use any legal archery equipment or firearm and must stay in their assigned unit. Orange clothing required. |
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