Quick Tips
- Fantastic fly fishing along the Missouri River
- Be in good physical condition
- Bring good optics
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep | 150"-160" | 170"+ |
On The Ground
This larger unit is located in the west-central portion of the state and lies just north of the town of Helena. A small but mostly stable population of sheep can be found here though trophy potential is generally regarded as lower than some of the surrounding units.
A small population of sheep can be found here along with a low distribution of public lands. Hunters should be prepared to cover some ground in search of a mature ram.
Terrain
This district begins in the foothills on both sides of I-15 just north of Helena and slowly rises north to the Continental Divide. The southern portion of the district is moderately rough foothill and shallow mountain country. The north and eastern portions of the district consist of rugged and steep mountains with deep timbered canyons.
Roughly 450 square miles
23% public land
Elevations from 3,700-7,000 feet
Vegetation
In the north and east of this district along the Continental Divide and the Missouri River you’ll find typical mountain habitat of thick pine and fir forests with wild berry bushes, buck brush and willow creek beds intermixed throughout. The lower country to the south is rolling plains prairie habitat with scattered pine timber in the foothills primarily used for cattle grazing. Some agriculture does exist in the form of dry ground hay and irrigated crops.
Access
Considering this district is mostly private land, access can be tricky. Block Management provides the bulk of public access to hunting in this district. Forest Service, state and BLM land exist in the mountains to the north and east of the district.
Camping and Lodging
Most hunters in this district are day hunting from the town of Helena. Some hunters in the area prefer to take advantage of the beautiful camping areas and excellent fishing along the Missouri River.
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