Unit 312-20
Montana Hunting Guide — Mountain Goat
Montana FWP manages mountain goats in hunting district 312-20 as a once-in-a-lifetime special drawing. Tags are issued in very small numbers through the FWP drawings system using weighted bonus points, with season structure and legal animal criteria set in the annual FWP regulations.
Mountain Goat Hunting in Unit 312-20
Montana FWP manages mountain goats in hunting district 312-20 as a once-in-a-lifetime special drawing. Tags are issued in very small numbers through the FWP drawings system using weighted bonus points, with season structure and legal animal criteria set in the annual FWP regulations.
Where to Find Mountain Goats in HD 312-20
How to Hunt HD 312-20 Goats
Mountain Goat Success Rates
Mountain goat permits are scarce and success for drawn hunters who commit backcountry time is generally high. Review the most recent FWP harvest summary for HD-level figures before applying.
Mountain Goat Draw Odds
| Season | Tags | Applicants | Draw % | Pts Req |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle— General | 1 | 758 | 0.1% | 0 |
Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.
Open in Draw Odds EngineHD 312-20 is a once-in-a-lifetime mountain goat drawing — drawing a tag makes an applicant ineligible to apply again in Montana. Pull the most recent three years of FWP drawing statistics to model realistic draw timelines.
Unit Logistics & Expectations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HD 312-20 a once-in-a-lifetime tag?
Where do I apply for an HD 312-20 goat tag?
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Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.
- 2026 FWP Moose, Sheep & Goat Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Season dates, Legal goat definitions, HD boundaries · accessed 2026-04-17
- FWP Hunt Planner — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: HD boundaries, Public-land access, USFS alpine parcels · accessed 2026-04-17
- FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: 3-year applicant counts, Tag quotas, Bonus-point distribution · accessed 2026-04-17