Unit 322-50

Montana Hunting Guide — Moose

Moose hunting district 322-50 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 demand heavily exceeding the few tags available. We recommend confirming the current permit code, quota, and season dates before applying.

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Moose Hunting in Unit 322-50

Where to Find Moose in HD 322-50

Shiras moose in HD 322-50 concentrate along willow-lined creek bottoms, beaver complexes, and wet meadows in the higher drainages. We recommend using the FWP Hunt Planner to identify public land and walk-in access before scouting on foot.

Focus early-morning and evening glassing on willow parks adjacent to timber. Bulls often move between timbered bedding and open browse corridors at dawn and dusk, making those windows your best chance to classify animals.

How to Hunt Moose in HD 322-50

Moose hunting rewards a methodical approach — glass, observe, then stalk. We typically spend several days inventorying bulls before committing to a shot opportunity.

Pre-rut calling can pull bulls into shooting range, while spot-and-stalk often works best in open willow parks. Expect close to mid-range shots and practice from realistic field positions. Always confirm the current FWP moose regulations before the season.

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Moose Success Rates

Rifle72%

Moose hunter success in Montana historically runs high — often 70% or better — because permit numbers are low and tag holders invest heavily in scouting. Confirm HD 322-50's current-year numbers in FWP's harvest report before your season.

Moose Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	1	291	0.3%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Moose permits in HD 322-50 are drawn through FWP's once-in-a-lifetime moose drawing using a bonus point system. With roughly 269 applicants chasing a couple of tags over the last three years, draw odds are in the low single digits even with bonus points. Plan for a long point-build horizon.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Road Conditions

Paved access to trailheads, then USFS gravel and two-track. Late-season snow can close upper roads; 4WD and current motor vehicle use maps strongly recommended.

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Hunting Pressure

Overall low because of the small permit pool, but popular glassing points and public access corridors see regular visits from other applicants and outfitters scouting in summer.

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Weather

Plan for variable mountain weather through September and October. Highs in the 40s–60s early and freezing nights with snow potential late.

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Permit Notes

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

Note: Plan meat handling carefully — even a small bull moose is 400+ lbs of boned meat. Line up a packer or pack frames in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a moose permit for Montana HD 322-50?

Moose permits in HD 322-50 are issued through Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' once-in-a-lifetime special drawing. Applicants accumulate bonus points each year they do not draw.

How long does it take to draw HD 322-50?

Demand heavily exceeds the small permit pool. Expect a multi-year to decade-plus point build depending on your bonus point total. Check FWP drawing statistics each spring.

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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 322-50, Public-land overlays and access mapping · 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 322-50, Applicant and quota counts · accessed 2026-04-17