Bearpaw Outfitters offer guaranteed mule deer hunts on leased private ranches near Miles City in southeastern Montana. Hunters commonly see multiple bucks per day, and Montana has a reputation for some of the best mule deer hunting in North America. Montana Elk and Antelope hunts are also offered.
To insure quality hunting, Bearpaw Outfitters lease thousands of acres of private ranch land near Miles City in southeastern Montana. Only a small number of Montana mule deer hunters are taken in order to maintain higher quality trophy bucks.
Shot opportunity has been 100% most years on these Montana deer hunts. Rifle hunters should sight rifles dead on at 200 yards, and most shots range from 50 to 300 yards.
Mature Montana mule deer bucks are big bodied, and hunters usually see 140 inch or better bucks with the potential to see up to 170 class trophy bucks in this productive country.
Montana is one of the few states with a rifle rut hunt for mule deer. Rifle season generally starts in late October and ends the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Archery season opens in September through mid October.
The first two weeks of season are popular for deer and antelope combo hunts. Hunters wanting to hunt the deer rut plan for mid to late November. Most any time during the season should be successful.
Methods often include spot and stalk hunting, glassing hillsides, draws, fields, and brush pockets, or watching water holes and feeding areas. Several properties have good vehicle access, so physically challenged hunters can also have a great hunt.
For best odds of drawing a tag, buy a point before the end of the year, then apply in March and buy another point plus the outfitter point. Call Dale for details. Anyone born after Jan 1, 1985 must have completed hunter education to hunt in Montana.
Archers should be prepared for shots up to at least 60 yards due to the openness of the country, and usually hunt from blinds or spot and stalk. Bowhunters need proof of bowhunter education or a previous archery license from another state for a Montana archery permit.
Motels are a short drive from most hunt areas and close to restaurants and shopping. Hunters pay for their choice of room and meals, and guides pick up and return hunters to their room each day. Budget $100 to $150 per day for room and meals.
Taxidermy and meat processing are available locally for a fee, or you can bone out and transport your meat home. Local meat processing is usually done in a day or two.
Call Dale at (208) 852-6494 to ask questions or book a hunt. Use the Hunt Application to send a deposit. We look forward to hunting with you!
Late October through November weather ranges from mild days to cold, with frosty nights and snow very possible during the rut. Cold snaps often get big trophy bucks moving. Check the Weather Forecast before you leave and pack layered clothing.
Because deer and antelope seasons overlap for a couple weeks in late October and early November, deer and antelope combo hunts are a popular way to hunt two species on one Montana trip. Ask about adding antelope to your mule deer hunt.
Bearpaw Outfitters have guided hunters for nearly 50 years with an A+ rating at the Better Business Bureau. Read the Hunt Reviews from past Montana mule deer hunters.
Common questions about guaranteed private-ranch mule deer hunts with Bearpaw Outfitters in eastern Montana.
Bearpaw Outfitters lease thousands of acres of private ranch land near Miles City in southeastern Montana. Only a small number of hunters are taken to maintain higher quality bucks. Montana has a reputation for some of the best mule deer hunting in North America.
The 4-day guaranteed mule deer hunt is $7950 guided 1x1, $6950 guided 2x1, and $6450 guided 3x1. A 2-day doe hunt is $1750. It's our most successful hunt: if you don't harvest a buck or get a reasonable shot opportunity, you can book another hunt for 1/3 off.
Shot opportunity has been 100% most years on these Montana deer hunts. Mature bucks are big bodied, and hunters usually see 140 inch or better bucks with the potential to see up to 170 class bucks.
Montana is one of the few states with a rifle rut hunt for mule deer. Rifle season generally starts in late October and ends the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Archery season opens in September through mid October. There's a couple weeks overlap with antelope season, so deer/antelope combo hunts are available in late October and early November.
The first two weeks of season are popular for deer and antelope combo hunts. Hunters wanting to hunt the deer rut plan for mid to late November. Most any time you choose to hunt during the season should be successful.
Methods often include spot and stalk hunting, glassing hillsides, draws, fields, and brush pockets, or sitting and watching water holes and feeding areas. Several properties have good vehicle access, so physically challenged hunters can also have a great hunt.
For best odds of drawing a tag, buy a point before the end of the year, then apply in March and buy another point plus the outfitter point. Anyone born after Jan 1, 1985 must have completed hunter education to hunt in Montana. Bowhunters also need proof of bowhunter education or a previous archery license from another state for a Montana archery permit.
Motels are a short drive from most hunt areas and close to restaurants and shopping. Hunters pay for their room and meals (budget $100 to $150 per day), and guides pick up and return hunters daily. Taxidermy and meat processing are available locally, or you can bone out and transport your meat home.
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