Every year, we get tons of questions about Montana deer and elk hunting—from how the draw works to which units are worth applying for. We know the process can be confusing, so in this episode of WYNTK (What You Need to Know), we’re breaking it all down to help you make the right moves and increase your chances of drawing a tag.
What We Cover in This Video:
Montana deer & elk tags – General vs. Limited Entry
How to navigate the application process & increase your draw odds
General opportunities & key season dates
New changes to regulations & what they mean for you
We want to clear up the confusion so you can focus on planning the best possible hunt instead of worrying about the tag process. If you’re looking for even deeper insights on specific units, draw odds, and hunt strategies, make sure to check out your GOHUNT Insider account for the most detailed research available. If you are an Insider be sure to also check out our 2025 application strategy article for Montana deer & elk.
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Application Strategy 2025 Montana mule deer: https://www.gohunt.com/browse/application-strategies/application-strategy-how-to-apply-for-montana-mule-deer-hunts-plus-strategies-and-tactics
Application Strategy 2025 Montana elk:
https://www.gohunt.com/browse/application-strategies/montana-elk-application-strategies-and-insights-to-help-apply-for-hunts
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00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:04 Application Deadline
00:01:31 Montana’s Two-Phase Draw System
00:03:02 Montana’s Combination Licenses Explained
00:03:56 Non-Resident Fees
00:05:17 General Combination Licenses In-Depth
00:07:18 Preference Point System Explained
00:08:49 Three Application Strategies
00:12:58 Special Draw Hunts & Bonus Points
00:16:17 Preference Point Purchases & Expiration
00:19:07 Party Applications
00:22:58 Season Dates
00:24:23 Should You Apply for Montana?
00:29:10 Current Deer & Elk Populations
00:33:19 Final Thoughts & Resources