Montana Licenses…https://app.mt.gov/elicensesales/

Licenses & Hunter Ed

Montana Antlerless Antelope Tag…...$  50.00

Montana Bow and Arrow Permit….....$  10.00

Deer Tags are available as outfitter sponsored or general draw. Either way the cutoff date is March 15, so don't put off organizing your hunt. More information is available on the Details page. Hunter Education is required if you were born after Jan 1, 1985. Bowhunters also need proof of bow hunter education or a previous archery license from another state to get a Montana archery permit.

Trophy Quality

The Mule deer on our ranches sport impressive antlers with good mass, height, and great overall appearance. Mule Deer hunters usually bag mature mule deer bucks with 18" to 28" antlers and a few bucks taken have had extra cheater points.

Hunting Areas

We operate exclusively on private property in Central and Eastern Montana.  We currently have approximately 90,000 acres of private ranch land available to ensure quality hunting.  Our Mule Deer hunts take place near Lewistown and Forsyth, Montana.

Hunting Methods

Hunting methods often include spot & stalk hunting, glassing and spotting open hillsides and brush pockets,  or sitting and watching water holes and feeding areas.  Lots of good hunting country has good vehicle access, so we can accommodate hunters of any physical condition.

Deer Season

Montana is one of few places that has a rifle rut hunt for Mule Deer.  The hunting season is generally 4+ weeks long, starting in late October and ending on the Sunday after Thanksgiving.  There is always a couple weeks overlap of Deer and Antelope seasons, so combo hunts are available in late October and early November.

Archery hunting season opens September 6 to October 19. There are excellent locations for stands and blinds just waiting for you.

Best Time

The seasons are set so that the hunting is good all the way through.  The first two weeks of season are popular with Deer and Antelope combo hunters. Trophy hunters and those who want to experience a rut hunt usually hold out for the rut in mid November.

Shot Opportunity

 Above all what stands out about our Montana mule deer hunts, are the sheer numbers of Mule Deer. It is common for our Mule Deer hunters to see 10 or more bucks in a day. Our deer hunters have had 100% shooting opportunity on mature bucks for several years. Only about 4 hunters did not kill, but they passed numerous mature Mule Deer bucks while looking for trophy class heads and 1 guy wounded a big buck that got away.  Shots often range from 100 to 300 yards, so zero rifles at 200 yards.

Guiding Options

Several guide ratios are offered that include guiding, transportation during the hunt, and game care.

Accommodations

Motel “Town Hunts”: Stay in town near restaurants and shopping. Motels are only 5 to 50 miles from most hunt areas. Hunters pay for their choice of room and meals. Guide will pick up and return hunters to their room each day.  Non-hunting guests staying in town are no charge. Budget about $50-$75 per day for meals and shared room.

Temperature & Weather

September and October may frost at night, but days often warm up to 40 to 80 degrees. Late October and November temps often range from 0 to 50 degrees and snow is possible. Check current weather forecasts on the Montana Home Page before leaving for your hunt.

Taxidermy and Meat Processing

These services are not included, but are available locally for reasonable fees.

What’s Not Included

Your personal gear, motel room, meals, meat processing, taxidermy, licenses, gratuities, and any other items not listed as being included.

Contact Us Today

Call or Email with any questions or to book a hunt. If sending a deposit by postal mail, use the Hunt Application to verify your details. "We look forward to meeting you and hunting with you."

Montana Trophy Mule Deer Hunt