Quick Tips
- Bring extra fuel with you, nearest gas stations can be hours away
- Be ready to hike get away from the road systems
- Look into the Block Management Program for hunter access
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 130"-150" | 160"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 110"-120" | 120"+ |
| Elk | 260"-310" | 340"+ |
On The Ground
This area is located on the north side of the Missouri River. This very broken terrain offers plenty of opportunity to cover many miles on foot, and spend a whole lot of time behind your optics.
This hunt district is a general deer area with high hunting pressure and most bucks are harvested at a younger age class. Whitetail hunting can be hit or miss depending on the year.
Terrain
The Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge lies along the Missouri River on the southern end of the unit. This area has little motor vehicle access and can provide some more remote hunting opportunities. River access by boat is another option early in the season and opens up a lot of access points that are inaccessible by vehicle or foot. Late in the season ice may limit this access, it is all dependent on the weather.
Roughly 806 square miles
77.6% public land
Elevations from 2,250-5,708 feet
Vegetation
The Missouri River, stock ponds and a few streams are the main water source in this area. Vegetation is comprised of ponderosa pine, juniper and Douglas fir. Ridges along with south and west slopes consist of sagebrush and grass. Along the Missouri River there are large cottonwood bottoms with a thick understory of brush.
Access
This area has little motor vehicle access and can provide some more remote hunting opportunities. River access by boat is another option early in the season and opens up a lot of access points that are inaccessible by vehicle or foot. Late in the season ice may limit this access.
Camping and Lodging
Lewistown is the nearest city with accommodations, but is a 1 hour drive to the unit. There are multiple places for lodging in Lewistown along with grocery stores and gas stations. Camping is also allowed on public lands.
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