Big Game Hunting in Lewistown and Central Montana

Central Montana is prime big game hunting territory. Mule deer, white-tailed deer, antelope, elk, and bighorn sheep are found in abundance.

Central Montana is located between the Lewis and Clark National Forest (which includes the Judith Mountains, Big Snowy Mountains, Little Snowy Mountains, Little Belt Mountains, and Highwood Mountains), the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument, and the Charles M. Russell (CMR) National Wildlife Refuge. In addition to public land, the Block Management program managed through Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks offers access to private land from 1,230 landowners and covers 7.4 million acres of land.

For regulations, licenses and permits, access information, seasons, and a hunt planner, be sure to visit Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks.

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