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Montana Elk

Unit 240-01 (East Sapphire / Anaconda Range)

Montana Hunting Guide — Elk

HD 240 for elk covers the east side of the Sapphire crest and portions of the Anaconda Range south of Georgetown Lake in southwest Montana. The 240-01 permit runs through the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest holdings with roughly 286 tags against 1,077 three-year applicants. Steep timbered basins and alpine parks create prime bugling country.

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Elk Hunting in Unit 240-01

HD 240 for elk covers the east side of the Sapphire crest and portions of the Anaconda Range south of Georgetown Lake in southwest Montana. The 240-01 permit runs through the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest holdings with roughly 286 tags against 1,077 three-year applicants. Steep timbered basins and alpine parks create prime bugling country.

Where to Find Elk in HD 240

East Sapphire elk use a layered elevation pattern from the high cirques south of Georgetown Lake to the lower timbered benches.

Georgetown Lake Rim

The timbered rim south of Georgetown Lake holds resident herds. FSR access from Hwy 1 puts hunters within 2–3 miles of core country.

Upper Rock Creek Headwaters

The headwaters of Rock Creek inside HD 240 are remote and lightly hunted. Bulls bugle in the parks above 7,500 feet through September.

Anaconda Range Fringe

The western edge of the Anaconda Range touches HD 240. Late season elk transition into the lower timber on this boundary.

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Elk Success Rates

Rifle23%
HD 240-01 permit holders harvest at roughly 32–40% based on FWP harvest reports. The HD produces consistent 5x5 and 6x6 bulls with occasional 320+ animals. General rifle success without the permit runs 17–22%.

Elk Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— B License4844310.8% 0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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HD 240-01 is a moderate draw: 1,077 applicants for 286 permits over three years. Residents with 2 points have realistic odds; non-residents should bank 4+.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does HD 240 have limited and general elk opportunities?
Yes — the 240-01 limited permit runs alongside general rifle access. Many hunters combine both by banking points while hunting general tags.
Are wolves affecting HD 240 elk?
Wolves are present in the Sapphire and Anaconda ranges. Herd distribution has shifted but overall harvest trends remain stable.

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Sources & Verification

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

  1. 2026 Deer, Elk, and Antelope Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Hunting district (HD) boundaries, Season dates per weapon, Quotas for limited B/general licenses, Private-land hunting rules · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. FWP Elk Regulations Page — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Elk season structure, License type definitions, HD-level special regulations · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. FWP Hunt Planner — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: HD boundary geometry, Public-land layers (BLM/USFS/SLB/Block Management), Block Management Areas + Walk-In · accessed 2026-04-17
  4. FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Historical draw odds by license/permit code, Applicant and quota counts, Bonus points progression · accessed 2026-04-17
  5. FWP Harvest Reports — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Per-HD harvest totals, Hunter success rates, Game check-station data · accessed 2026-04-17
  6. Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF — Philipsburg RD — USDA Forest Service · supports: East Sapphire access, Anaconda Range connection · accessed 2026-04-17