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Unit 270-20

Montana Hunting Guide — Bighorn Sheep

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) manages bighorn sheep in hunting district 270-20 as a limited-permit special drawing. Permits are awarded through the FWP special drawings system using weighted bonus points. Public-land access, quotas, and season structure are set in the annual FWP regulations.

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Bighorn Sheep Hunting in Unit 270-20

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) manages bighorn sheep in hunting district 270-20 as a limited-permit special drawing. Permits are awarded through the FWP special drawings system using weighted bonus points. Public-land access, quotas, and season structure are set in the annual FWP regulations.

Where to Find Bighorn Sheep in HD 270-20

Bighorn sheep in HD 270-20 use cliff bands, broken limestone country, and grassy benches above rocky escape terrain. Glass from high vantage points at first and last light, and scout weeks before the opener to identify rams. Overlay the FWP Hunt Planner with USFS and state access maps before committing to a trailhead.

How to Hunt HD 270-20

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Bighorn Sheep Success Rates

Rifle75%

Bighorn sheep permits are scarce and success for hunters who put in scouting time is typically high. Review the most recent FWP harvest summary for HD-level success figures before applying.

Bighorn Sheep Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— General62,0090.3% 0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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HD 270-20 is a special-permit drawing. Odds swing sharply with bonus-point balance and residency status. Pull the most recent three years of FWP drawing statistics to model realistic draw timelines for your point total.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is HD 270-20 a limited-draw district?
Yes. Bighorn sheep hunting in HD 270-20 is allocated through the FWP special drawing with weighted bonus points.
Where do I apply for an HD 270-20 sheep tag?
Apply through the FWP special drawings system before the published deadline in the current year's regulations.

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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. FWP Plan-a-Hunt — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Hunting district boundaries, Public-land access, Season structure · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. FWP Hunt Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Annual regulations, Legal weapons and seasons, License requirements · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. FWP Special Drawings — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Special permit draw mechanics, Weighted bonus points, Application deadlines · accessed 2026-04-17