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MontanaElk

MT Elk Unit 104

Total Acres
145,948
Public Land
89%
Elevation
1,807–6,920 ft

Terrain Difficulty

Steepness
20° avg slope
Extreme Slopes
34° steepest 10%
Ruggedness
±11° variability
Vertical Relief
5,113 ft relief
Altitude
6,920 ft max
Remoteness
0% wilderness

Strenuous terrain — steep, sustained slopes and over 5,113 ft of vertical relief.

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MT 104 Tactical Analysis Terrain & Access MT 104 is a backcountry elk unit in southwestern Montana characterized by high-elevation terrain with peaks reaching 10,000 feet and trailheads around 6,500 feet. The unit demands serious physical conditioning—typical hunting involves hiking 2–6 miles into remote country to find elk. This is a wilderness-focused hunt requiring self-sufficiency and mountaineering skills. Access is foot-based from established trailheads rather than vehicle-oriented. Hunt Character This unit suits experienced backcountry hunters who view the remote terrain and physical challenge as integral to the experience. Success depends on fitness, navigation ability, and persistence in steep country..

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

Historical data (2023–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →

2024resident

B-Tag 00

Applicants
428
Tags issued
25
2024nonresident

B-Tag 00

Applicants
12
Tags issued
2
2023resident

B-Tag 00

Applicants
362
Tags issued
25
2023nonresident

B-Tag 00

Applicants
8
Tags issued
2

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Harvest Data

Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
20245347.5%
20241,039757.2%
202303
2023029
20224436.8%
2022772587.5%

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — B-Tag 00Sep 5, 2026Oct 18, 2026female
2026Archery — General Archery — Brow-Tined Bull ElkSep 5, 2026Oct 18, 2026male
2026Muzzleloader — B-Tag 00Dec 12, 2026Dec 20, 2026female
2026Muzzleloader — General Muzzleloader — Brow-Tined Bull ElkDec 12, 2026Dec 20, 2026male
2026Rifle — B-Tag 00Oct 24, 2026Nov 29, 2026female
2026Rifle — General Rifle — Brow-Tined Bull ElkOct 24, 2026Nov 29, 2026male

Trophy Data

Record-Book Entries
3
Avg Score
406.3
Top Score
408.5
Recent (5yr)
0

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