Sandhill Crane hunting season data across 9 GMUs in Montana. Includes harvest success and public land percentages.
| GMU | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 280 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone 284 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone 380 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone 390 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone 480 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone 481 | General | Oct 10 — Dec 1 | — | — | — |
| Zone 586 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone 599 | General | Sep 1 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone central-flyway | General | Oct 3 — Nov 29 | — | — | — |
Montana has 9 sandhill crane seasons across 9 GMUs, split by weapon (General). Exact opening and closing dates are listed in the tables above.
The best GMUs for sandhill crane in Montana depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per GMU above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.
View GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.
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