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Montana Hunt District 130

Updated Jun 8, 2026

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Hunters sharing their experiences in Montana's Hunt District 130 emphasize the area's challenging terrain, which requires thorough preparation and physical fitness for a successful hunt. Many discuss the importance of understanding draw odds, as the area has a limited number of tags, making advance planning essential. Users note that the region offers a healthy population of game but mention the difficulty of accessing certain areas due to rugged conditions. Utilizing local knowledge and consulting maps can significantly enhance the probability of encountering game, making research and communication with other hunters valuable.

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At a Glance

620Square Miles

89.8%Public Land

3,750 - 9,400Elevation Range

This hunt district is made up of Mission Mountain Wilderness, Swan River State Forest and Flathead National Forest providing hundreds of square miles of public lands. Lake and Missoula Counties near Polson and Flathead Lake are home to elk, mule and whitetail deer. A draw is held for a limited number of permits valid only for mule deer in Mission Mountain Wilderness.

Over the years the Swan River Valley has been known for mature whitetails. Access can be an issue especially on any farmlands within a mile of the Swan River. Mission Mountains Wilderness offers a great alpine hunt experience for mature mule deer and elk. Swan River State Forest and Flathead National Forest provide access for public land hunters looking for deer and elk.

Quick Tips

GPS and topo maps useful
Wolves and bears can be found in the area
Be prepared for sudden winter storms

GOHUNT

Montana Hunt District 130

Updated Jun 8, 2026

See what hunters are saying

Hunters sharing their experiences in Montana's Hunt District 130 emphasize the area's challenging terrain, which requires thorough preparation and physical fitness for a successful hunt. Many discuss the importance of understanding draw odds, as the area has a limited number of tags, making advance planning essential. Users note that the region offers a healthy population of game but mention the difficulty of accessing certain areas due to rugged conditions. Utilizing local knowledge and consulting maps can significantly enhance the probability of encountering game, making research and communication with other hunters valuable.

This is an AI-generated summary from comments and user reviews, and won't always be correct.

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At a Glance

620Square Miles

89.8%Public Land

3,750 - 9,400Elevation Range

This hunt district is made up of Mission Mountain Wilderness, Swan River State Forest and Flathead National Forest providing hundreds of square miles of public lands. Lake and Missoula Counties near Polson and Flathead Lake are home to elk, mule and whitetail deer. A draw is held for a limited number of permits valid only for mule deer in Mission Mountain Wilderness.

Over the years the Swan River Valley has been known for mature whitetails. Access can be an issue especially on any farmlands within a mile of the Swan River. Mission Mountains Wilderness offers a great alpine hunt experience for mature mule deer and elk. Swan River State Forest and Flathead National Forest provide access for public land hunters looking for deer and elk.

Quick Tips

GPS and topo maps useful
Wolves and bears can be found in the area
Be prepared for sudden winter storms