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Montana Mountain Goat — Unit 517-20 (517-20)
Montana Mountain Goat Unit 517-20 (517-20) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
0.6%
Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
4
Tags Available
655
Applicants
Data source: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) - Official Drawing Statistics · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
General
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 655 | 4 | 0.6% | — |
| 2024 | 662 | 4 | 0.6% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 103 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Montana Mountain Goat Unit 517-20?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 0.6% (2025). There were 655 applicants for 4 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Montana Mountain Goat Unit 517-20?
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 Mountain Goat Unit 517-20?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 0.6% in 2024 and 0.6% in 2025.
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