MT Pheasant Hunting

Montana Pheasant Districts & Season 2026

Pheasant season in Montana runs Sep 1 – Mar 31 across 1 District.

3 Seasons2 Weapon Types

General

DistrictTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
StatewideGeneralSep 19Sep 20
StatewideGeneralOct 10Jan 1

Falconry

DistrictTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
StatewideFalconrySep 1Mar 31

Pheasant in Montana: FAQ

When is pheasant season in Montana?

Pheasant season in Montana currently runs Sep 1 to Mar 31, across 3 season rows, split by weapon (Falconry, General).

Where is the best place to hunt pheasant in Montana?

The best Districts for pheasant 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 Pheasant 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.

Pheasant seasons in Montana — offline