At a Glance
This district, found in northeastern Montana, lies just north of the famous Missouri River Breaks. Hunters will find high harvests rates in both deer and elk though the pressure will be very high and the trophy quality will be lower than surrounding districts. All of the elk hunting in this area will be done through a permit that must be drawn. There is great opportunity for spot and stalk hunts here as hunters can escape the crowds. On the north side of the district lies the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge which is open to migratory bird hunting only.
This area continues to see large numbers of hunters between the three elk permits and general deer tags. The average size of both bulls and bucks has dropped over the years and it is recommended that anyone with one of the elk permits hunts the adjoining districts when looking for the bull of a lifetime.
Quick Tips
- Tire chains and a tow strap recommended as this area can experience impassible gumbo during periods of rain
- To avoid the crowds look for large tracts of roadless ground and connecting strips of public
- With the lack of vegetation, water sources can prove very fruitful during periods of hot weather
- Glassing will be very important on this hunt and a spotting scope and/or binoculars mounted on a tripod are highly recommended

