Quick Tips
- GPS with landownership overlay is recommended
- Tire chains for snow and ice covered roads, 4x4 is a must have
- Be cautious of grizzly and black bears
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 130"-140" | 150"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | N/A | 130"+ |
| Elk | N/A | 300"+ |
On The Ground
Extending west from the northwest corner of Flathead Lake, this area is very scenic and just a few hours from Glacier National Park. This district consists of timbered mountains with scattered logged areas.
Elk populations are low, but elk are still harvested in this district each season. Mule deer are the minority species harvested and account for less than 5% of the deer taken. Whitetails have been on an increase and appear to be the best opportunity for hunters.
Terrain
The higher elevations consist of timber-covered ridges that make up a large portion of this district. Logging roads and logged areas provide good access and open terrain for spotting game. Lower elevations near one of the several creeks in the area have steep and thick slopes. Open timber ridge tops, logged areas and logging roads will help while navigating the mid to upper elevations.
Roughly 493 square miles
26.6% public land
Elevations from 2,900-6,000 feet
Vegetation
Mid to higher elevations have Douglas fir, Engelmann spruce, grand fir, western larch, lodgepole pine, aspen, cottonwood, ponderosa pine, cedar and many different species of brush. Meadows and thinning timber can be found in lower elevations.
Access
Most of this unit is public land with several logging roads and trails throughout that give access to the interior part of the unit. The majority of this area can be day hunted using trails and gated logging roads. Public and private land intermix throughout the unit and a GPS with landownership overlay is highly recommended.
ATVs can be beneficial to drive access roads
Highway 2 will be the main access road on the north end of the unit
Highway 93 will provide access to the east side of the unit
Camping and Lodging
This unit is just minutes away from Kalispell and Lakeside, which both have several hotels. The Forest Service has established campsites at McGregor Lake and along the West Shore of Flathead Lake.
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