Montana Pronghorn

Unit 381-20 (Lower Yellowstone Pronghorn 381-20)

Montana Hunting Guide — Pronghorn

Pronghorn license 381-20 is a limited-permit antelope opportunity in south-central Montana administered by FWP. Tags are distributed through the FWP special drawing, and demand for south-central antelope districts is typically strong relative to quota. We recommend checking current FWP regulations, license classes, and block-management access before applying for HD 381-20.

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 381-20

Where to Find Pronghorn in HD 381-20

Pronghorn in HD 381-20 inhabit the open sage flats, rolling grassland, and coulee country typical of south-central Montana. We glass from rolling ridges and shoulders above two-track roads, paying attention to fence crossings and stock-water locations where herds routinely travel.

Block Management and Walk-In access can significantly expand public-huntable acreage inside the district. Cross-reference the most current BMA listings with FWP Plan-a-Hunt overlays before the season.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in HD 381-20

We combine morning and evening glassing from high points with terrain-aided stalks down coulees and draws. Spend the first day or two locating bucks, then use topography to close the distance once a target animal is identified. Open prairie routinely forces shots in the 250–400 yard band, so range-verified rifle setups and wind-reading skills matter.

Check FWP regulations for weapon restrictions and any district-specific rules before the hunt, and confirm access on Block Management parcels with the current BMA roster.

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Pronghorn Success Rates

FWP publishes hunter success by hunting district each season. Recent district-level antelope success in south-central Montana frequently lands in the 70–85% range for rifle hunters. Review the latest FWP harvest report for HD 381-20 before planning.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	4	113	3.5%	0

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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HD 381-20 draw odds reflect roughly 200 three-year applicants against about 8 permits per year. Per-draw odds sit in the mid-single-digit percent range without bonus points. Montana uses a weighted bonus point system, so applicants who carry points year over year gradually improve long-run odds. Check the FWP drawing statistics page for current data before applying.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Road Conditions

County gravel and BLM two-track form the access backbone. Conditions degrade fast after precipitation.

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Hunting Pressure

Moderate during the peak early-October rifle period, lighter in the archery opener and late season.

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Weather

Early-autumn temperatures swing widely. Plan for warm midday conditions and cold dawn glassing windows.

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Permit Notes

All HD 381-20 licenses are issued through FWP's special drawing.

Note: Review FWP's Block Management roster for current parcel enrollment inside HD 381-20.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rough draw percentage for Montana antelope HD 381-20?

Recent three-year figures show roughly 200 applicants against about 8 permits — a per-draw odds figure in the mid-single digits without bonus points. The FWP drawing statistics page publishes the current year-by-year detail.

Are there private-land access options in HD 381-20?

Yes — Montana's Block Management Area (BMA) program often covers portions of south-central antelope country. Review the current BMA roster on fwp.mt.gov to confirm enrolled parcels inside HD 381-20 before hunting.

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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 381-20 boundary and species overlay, Block Management access · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Hunt Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Antelope season dates, Weapon rules and license classes · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Applicant and quota history for HD 381-20, Bonus point progression · accessed 2026-04-17