Unit 323-00 (Paradise Valley Moose 323-00)

Montana Hunting Guide — Moose

Moose permit 323-00 is a limited-quota shiras moose opportunity in south-central Montana's Paradise Valley and adjacent drainages. Permits are distributed through the FWP special drawing. We recommend reviewing current FWP regulations, tooth-submission requirements, and boundary detail through Plan-a-Hunt before applying for HD 323-00.

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Moose Hunting in Unit 323-00

Where to Find Moose in HD 323-00

Paradise Valley shiras moose hold along willow bottoms, beaver complexes, and alder-lined drainages on both the eastern and western flanks of the valley. We scout high-benches overlooking willow flats and focus on first and last light windows when bulls feed in the open.

Cross-reference FWP Plan-a-Hunt overlays with Gallatin and Custer-Gallatin National Forest boundaries to identify reliable public access.

How to Hunt Moose in HD 323-00

We treat HD 323-00 as a pattern-and-ambush hunt. Locate a specific bull during multiple days of pre-season glassing, identify his bedding-to-feeding travel corridor, and set up a stand with safe backdrops before the opener. Cow-in-heat calling during the late-September peak can seal deals that patterning alone does not.

Plan recovery logistics before the shot because downed moose in wet bottoms require multi-trip pack-outs. Review FWP regulations for weapon restrictions and mandatory tooth submission.

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Moose Success Rates

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Shiras moose hunters in Montana generally post very high success rates once a permit is in hand. Review the FWP harvest report portal for HD 323-00 specific history before planning the hunt.

Moose Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	5	110	4.5%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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HD 323-00 produced roughly 182 three-year applicants against about 5 permits per year — per-draw odds in the mid-single-digit percentage range without bonus points. Montana's weighted bonus-point system improves long-run odds. Check the FWP drawing statistics page for current detail.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Terrain Difficulty

Moderate to strenuous depending on drainage. Willow bottom access can be challenging in wet conditions.

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Hunting Pressure

Low for moose specifically, but Paradise Valley hosts heavy general-season elk and deer traffic.

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Weather

Plan for variable fall weather with cold mornings and possible early snow.

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Permit Notes

All HD 323-00 permits are issued through FWP's special drawing.

Note: Coordinate with FWP Region 3 biologists for current moose sighting and habitat-condition information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many permits are issued for Montana HD 323-00 moose?

Three-year averages show roughly 5 permits per year against about 182 applicants. Confirm the current quota in the FWP regulations before applying.

Can non-residents apply for HD 323-00?

Non-residents can apply for Montana moose permits within posted quota shares. Check the current FWP rules for non-resident eligibility before the draw.

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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: HD 323-00 boundary, Paradise Valley public-land overlay · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Hunt Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Moose season dates, Legal-moose and checkout rules · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Applicant-to-quota history for HD 323-00, Bonus points · accessed 2026-04-17