MT Bighorn Sheep Hunting

Montana Bighorn Sheep Districts & Season 2026

Bighorn Sheep season in Montana runs Sep 1 – Nov 29 across 35 Districts.

75 Seasons2 Weapon Types

General

DistrictTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone HD 100GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 102GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 121GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 122GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 123GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 124GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 124GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 203GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 210GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 214GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 250GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 261GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 270GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 270GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 300GeneralSep 1Sep 10
Zone HD 301GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 302GeneralSep 15Oct 31
Zone HD 303GeneralSep 15Oct 31
Zone HD 304GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 305GeneralSep 15Oct 31
Zone HD 330GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 340GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 380GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 381GeneralSep 15Nov 29
Zone HD 421GeneralSep 15Nov 29

+ 15 more

Archery

DistrictTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone HD 100ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 102ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 121ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 122ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 123ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 124ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 124ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 203ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 210ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 214ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 250ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 261ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 270ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 270ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 301ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 302ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 304ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 305ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 330ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 340ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 380ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 381ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 421ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 422ArcherySep 5Sep 14
Zone HD 423ArcherySep 5Sep 14

+ 10 more

Bighorn Sheep in Montana: FAQ

When is bighorn sheep season in Montana?

Bighorn Sheep season in Montana currently runs Sep 1 to Nov 29, across 75 season rows and 35 Districts, split by weapon (Archery, General).

Where is the best place to hunt bighorn sheep in Montana?

The best Districts for bighorn sheep in Montana depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per District above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Bighorn Sheep hunt in Montana

View District boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

Also see Montana seasons, public land, and license.

Bighorn Sheep seasons in Montana — offline