Unit 699-00

Montana Hunting Guide — Elk

Elk hunting district 699-00 is a limited-permit elk district in eastern Montana administered by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP). With roughly 272 applicants and about 99 tags over the last three years, draw odds are competitive but attainable for applicants with a few bonus points. We recommend confirming the current permit code and season dates in FWP regulations before applying.

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Elk Hunting in Unit 699-00

Where to Find Elk in HD 699-00

Elk in eastern Montana's HD 699-00 use prairie-breaks country — timbered coulees, juniper and ponderosa draws, and rolling grass ridges. We recommend starting with FWP's Hunt Planner to locate block management, state land, and walk-in areas, since private acreage dominates much of the district.

Focus glassing effort on ridge tops overlooking timbered coulees at first and last light. Elk often bed in the thick draws during midday and feed out onto grass benches at the edges during cooler hours.

How to Hunt Elk in HD 699-00

We treat this country like classic breaks hunting — long glassing from high points, then methodical stalks using coulees and folds to close the distance. Elk here are often harder to find than to kill once located, so optics matter.

During rifle season, expect shots from 200 to 450 yards across open ground. Practice from field positions. Always confirm weapon rules and any antler restrictions in the current FWP regulations before the hunt.

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Elk Success Rates

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FWP's annual harvest report publishes hunter success per HD. Eastern Montana breaks districts like 699-00 typically offer strong opportunity rates for permit holders willing to walk away from roads. Confirm the most recent success numbers each spring before investing points.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— B License	89	232	38.4%	0

Data from 2022 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Elk permits in HD 699-00 are distributed through FWP's special drawing using a bonus point system. With roughly 272 applicants chasing about 99 permits over the last three years, the district typically draws with a small number of bonus points and is a realistic mid-term target.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Road Conditions

Primarily county gravel and BLM two-track. Gumbo soils turn dangerous in rain — even with 4WD. We recommend flexible travel plans and a capable truck.

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Hunting Pressure

Moderate. Opening weekend brings the most competition; weekday hunters and those willing to walk well off roads typically find far less pressure.

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Weather

Eastern MT can swing from 70°F warmth to zero and blowing snow within days. Pack for both and plan travel around weather systems.

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Permit Notes

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

Note: Water is scarce in much of this country — pack what you need and plan pack-out logistics in advance for warm early-season days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an elk permit for Montana HD 699-00?

Elk permits in HD 699-00 are issued through Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' special drawing. With applicants around 272 and permits near 99 over the last three years, the district typically draws with a small number of bonus points.

Is HD 699-00 mostly public or private land?

Eastern Montana HDs are generally a mix of private, BLM, state trust, and block management lands. Use the FWP Hunt Planner to confirm access inside the specific boundaries of HD 699-00 before applying.

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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: Elk hunting district boundary for HD 699-00, Public-land and block management overlays · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Elk Regulations — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Elk season structure by weapon, HD-specific rules and antler regulations · accessed 2026-04-17
FWP Drawing Statistics — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · supports: Historical elk draw odds for HD 699-00, Applicant and quota counts by bonus point tier · accessed 2026-04-17