Unit 302-50

Montana Hunting Guide — Moose

Moose hunting district 302-50 is a limited-permit Shiras moose district in southwest Montana administered by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP). Permits are issued through FWP's once-in-a-lifetime moose drawing, with applicants far exceeding the tag pool. We recommend confirming the current permit code, quota, and season dates in FWP regulations before applying.

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Moose Hunting in Unit 302-50

Where to Find Moose in HD 302-50

Shiras moose in HD 302-50 key on willow-lined creek bottoms, beaver complexes, and wet meadow habitat in the upper drainages. Use the FWP Hunt Planner to map public land and walk-in access before scouting on foot.

Focus first and last light glassing on willow parks next to timbered bedding cover. Bulls patrol between the two during cool hours and bed deep in timber midday.

How to Hunt Moose in HD 302-50

We approach moose hunting as an inventory-first exercise. Several days of glassing lets us classify bulls and pick a target before committing to a stalk.

Pre-rut calling can close the gap on a bull in willow country. For rifle seasons, expect close to mid-range shots from short setups. Always confirm FWP's current moose regulations and legal-bull definitions before the hunt.

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Moose Success Rates

Rifle72%

Montana moose hunts historically show high success because permits are scarce and tag holders invest heavily. Check FWP's harvest report for HD 302-50's most recent success numbers each spring.

Moose Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	2	192	1.0%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Moose permits in HD 302-50 are drawn through FWP's once-in-a-lifetime moose drawing using a bonus point system. With ~257 applicants and two tags over the last three years, draw odds sit near 1% even with multiple bonus points — plan on a long point-build.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Road Conditions

Paved highway access to trailhead areas; USFS gravel and two-track beyond. 4WD strongly recommended. Early snow can close upper roads.

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Hunting Pressure

Low during the season. Summer scouting pressure at popular public vantage points is consistent but manageable.

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Weather

September is usually mild. October brings cold fronts, rain, and early snow at elevation — pack layered systems.

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Permit Notes

All licenses are issued through FWP's moose special drawing. Confirm the current permit code and apply before deadlines.

Note: Line up pack frames or a packer before the season. A bull moose is a serious logistical project once on the ground.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a moose permit for Montana HD 302-50?

Moose permits in HD 302-50 are issued through Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' once-in-a-lifetime special drawing. Applicants accumulate bonus points each unsuccessful year.

How long does it take to draw HD 302-50?

Demand is heavy relative to the tiny permit pool. Expect a multi-year to decade-plus point build. Check FWP drawing statistics each spring for current-year odds.

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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: Moose hunting district boundary for HD 302-50, Public-land overlays for planning · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Moose, Sheep & Goat Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Moose permit structure and weapon rules, HD-specific season dates · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Historical moose draw odds for HD 302-50, Applicant and quota counts · accessed 2026-04-17