Unit 200-00 (Bob Marshall / Flathead Elk 200-00)

Montana Hunting Guide — Elk

Elk permit 200-00 is a limited-entry elk opportunity in northwest Montana's Bob Marshall Wilderness complex and adjacent Flathead country. Permits are distributed through FWP's special drawing. We recommend reviewing current FWP regulations, wilderness access rules, and permit-specific timing before applying for HD 200-00.

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Elk Hunting in Unit 200-00

Where to Find Elk in HD 200-00

Bob Marshall elk use mixed-conifer timber benches, burn regeneration, and high-basin meadows deep inside the Bob Marshall Wilderness complex. We concentrate scouting on historically productive drainages and use multi-day pack-in camps to reach country away from trailhead pressure.

Cross-reference Plan-a-Hunt overlays with Flathead and Lewis and Clark National Forest boundaries to understand public access. Motorized use is restricted inside wilderness, so horse or foot travel is standard.

How to Hunt Elk in HD 200-00

We hunt HD 200-00 as a wilderness pack-in hunt. Plan horse support or a multi-day backpack effort, set spike camps near high-quality edge habitat, and hunt timber benches and meadow edges morning and evening. Because the quota is small relative to wilderness size, hunter pressure is minimal once you are past the main trailheads.

Confirm permit-specific weapon, season, and checkout rules in the current FWP regulations before committing travel. Wilderness rules restrict motorized recovery, so plan pack-animal support in advance.

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Elk Success Rates

Rifle23%

Three-year data shows HD 200-00 issuing roughly 10 permits against 146 applicants. Wilderness elk success is highly dependent on weather and access commitment; FWP's harvest report portal publishes district-level detail.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— B License	5	88	5.7%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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HD 200-00 sits in a moderate-difficulty tier: roughly 10 permits against 146 applicants implies per-draw odds near 7% without bonus points. Montana's bonus-point system still applies. Check the FWP drawing statistics page for current year detail.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Terrain Difficulty

Very strenuous. Bob Marshall wilderness travel requires horse support or heavy-load backpacking.

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Hunting Pressure

Low to moderate. Quotas are small and most pressure clusters near main trailheads, thinning quickly as you push interior.

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Weather

Expect early snow, sustained cold, and rapid weather shifts. Plan for four-season shelter.

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Nearest Town

Choteau, Lincoln, or Hungry Horse depending on which side of the wilderness is being accessed.

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Permit Notes

All HD 200-00 permits are issued through FWP's special drawing.

Note: Wilderness designation restricts motorized and mechanized recovery. Pack-animal support is the standard retrieval option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an outfitter to hunt HD 200-00?

No, but many HD 200-00 tag holders contract pack support for logistics. Self-guided hunts are legal — review current wilderness and FWP rules before planning.

Is HD 200-00 grizzly country?

Yes. The Bob Marshall complex hosts grizzly bears as part of the Northern Continental Divide ecosystem. Carry bear spray, use careful meat-care procedures, and review current FWP bear-awareness guidance before hunting.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.

FWP Plan-a-Hunt — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: HD 200-00 boundary, Bob Marshall wilderness overlay · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Hunt Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Elk season structure, Wilderness-specific access and weapon rules · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Historical HD 200-00 draw odds, Bonus-point progression · accessed 2026-04-17