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Montana Deer — Unit 285-00 (285-00)
Montana Deer Unit 285-00 (285-00) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
14.2%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
99
Tags Available
698
Applicants
Data source: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) - Official Drawing Statistics · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
B License
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 698 | 99 | 14.2% | — |
| 2024 | 705 | 96 | 13.6% | — |
| 2022 | 523 | 100 | 19.1% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 1 | 7.7% | — |
| 2024 | 17 | 4 | 23.5% | — |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Montana Deer Unit 285-00?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 14.2% (2025). There were 698 applicants for 99 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Montana Deer Unit 285-00?
Montana uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Montana Deer Unit 285-00?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 19.1% in 2022 and 14.2% in 2025.
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