Montana Mule Deer Hunting Units & Draw Odds
139 units
Montana's mule deer draw runs on a bonus-point system across 139 units, giving nonresidents a real shot at quality tags. Nonresident applicants get 10% of available tags in the regular draw. Applications open March 1 and close April 1, with results posted April 15—mark those dates. The nonresident tag fee is $125 plus a $5 application fee; antlerless tags run $75 plus the same $5 app fee. Our unit data shows what zero-point hunters drew in recent years, so you can see which units stay accessible to newcomers and where you might need to build points before applying.
How the Montana Draw Works
Draw system
Bonus points — each point multiplies your chances.
Nonresident allocation: 10% of tags
2026 application window
Mar 1 – Apr 1(nonresident)
Results: Apr 15
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$5 app · $65 license · $125 tag · $20 point
Easiest Mule Deer Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
100% at zero points · B-Tag 20
100% at zero points · B-Tag 20
100% at zero points · B-Tag 20
100% at zero points · B-Tag 00
100% at zero points · B-Tag 00
100% at zero points · B-Tag 01
100% at zero points · B-Tag 01
100% at zero points · B-Tag 01
100% at zero points · B-Tag 00
100% at zero points · B-Tag 00
100% at zero points · B-Tag 00
100% at zero points · B-Tag 00
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 100 | — | 100%B-Tag 20 | — | 98% |
| Unit 103 | — | 100%B-Tag 20 | — | 59% |
| Unit 104 | — | 100%B-Tag 20 | — | 84% |
| Unit 217 | — | 100%B-Tag 00 | — | 31% |
| Unit 291 | — | 100%B-Tag 00 | — | 32% |
| Unit 315 | — | 100%B-Tag 01 | — | 21% |
| Unit 400 | — | 100%B-Tag 01 | — | 13% |
| Unit 401 | — | 100%B-Tag 01 | — | 12% |
| Unit 403 | — | 100%B-Tag 00 | — | 16% |
| Unit 404 | — | 100%B-Tag 00 | — | 7% |
| Unit 405 | — | 100%B-Tag 00 | — | 9% |
| Unit 406 | — | 100%B-Tag 00 | — | 10% |
All Montana Mule Deer Units
Montana Mule Deer Draw FAQ
When do Montana mule deer applications open and close?
Applications open March 1 and close April 1 each year. Results are posted April 15. Make sure you submit before the April 1 deadline—no exceptions.
What do nonresident mule deer tags cost in Montana?
A nonresident antlered mule deer tag costs $125 plus a $5 application fee. If you're applying for an antlerless tag, it's $75 plus the $5 application fee.
Do I need bonus points to draw a Montana mule deer tag?
Montana's bonus system means everyone enters the draw automatically, even with zero points. Bonus points improve your odds in future draws, but you can draw as a first-time applicant with zero points on certain hunts.
What percentage of Montana mule deer tags go to nonresidents?
Nonresidents receive 10% of available tags in the draw. Your actual odds depend on the specific unit, hunt type, and how many other nonresidents apply that year.
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