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How the Montana draw works

Dual System

Different point systems for different license types. Check specific license for details.

Preference points for combo licenses, squared bonus for limited entry.

  • Point rules can change by species or license type.
  • Always verify whether your hunt is preference, bonus, or random.
  • Use species-specific data before deciding where to apply.

See the methodology for how odds are computed from official Montana draw reports.

Next deadline
Closed for 2026
Species tracked
6
Data coverage
2006–2026
Hunts tracked
20,013

Draw odds by species

Unit-by-unit odds, points to draw, and harvest stats for every Montana species.

What can you draw with your points?

Hunts where the latest draw reached applicants at or below each point level.

SpeciesYour points0 pts3 pts5 pts10 ptsTops out at
PronghornPoint thresholds not published for the latest resident draw.
DeerPoint thresholds not published for the latest resident draw.
ElkPoint thresholds not published for the latest resident draw.
Mountain GoatPoint thresholds not published for the latest resident draw.
MoosePoint thresholds not published for the latest resident draw.
Bighorn SheepPoint thresholds not published for the latest resident draw.

Counts are hunt codes drawable at each point level in the most recent published draw (data 2006–2026) — thresholds move year to year, so treat them as a starting point, not a guarantee. Track your balances on your profile to fill in the “your points” column.

2026 Montana application deadlines

All states
April 1, 2026
Elk
Closed
April 1, 2026
Deer
Closed
May 1, 2026
Moose
Closed
May 1, 2026
Bighorn Sheep
Closed
May 1, 2026
Mountain Goat
Closed
May 1, 2026
Bison
Closed
June 1, 2026
Antelope
Closed