MT Goose Hunting

Montana Goose Season 2026: Archery & Rifle

Goose season in Montana runs Oct 3 – Sep 27 across 3 Districts.

13 Seasons2 Weapon Types

General

DistrictTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone central-flyway-zone-1GeneralSep 26 — Sep 27———
Zone central-flyway-zone-1GeneralOct 3 — Jan 15———
Zone central-flyway-zone-1GeneralFeb 28 — May 14———
Zone central-flyway-zone-2GeneralSep 26 — Sep 27———
Zone central-flyway-zone-2GeneralOct 3 — Oct 11———
Zone central-flyway-zone-2GeneralOct 24 — Jan 27———
Zone central-flyway-zone-2GeneralFeb 28 — May 14———
Zone pacific-flywayGeneralSep 26 — Sep 27———
Zone pacific-flywayGeneralOct 3 — Jan 15———

Falconry

DistrictTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone central-flyway-zone-1FalconryOct 3 — Jan 15———
Zone central-flyway-zone-2FalconryOct 3 — Oct 11———
Zone central-flyway-zone-2FalconryOct 24 — Jan 27———
Zone pacific-flywayFalconryOct 3 — Jan 15———

Goose in Montana: FAQ

When is goose season in Montana?

Goose season in Montana currently runs Oct 3 to Sep 27, across 13 season rows and 3 Districts, split by weapon (General, Falconry).

Where is the best place to hunt goose in Montana?

The best Districts for goose 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 Goose 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.

Goose seasons in Montana — offline