Hunting District 314
HD 314, encompassing a significant portion of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, is a premier backcountry elk hunting destination.
Montana · United States · Season: Fall hunting seasons
Overview
HD 314, encompassing a significant portion of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, is a premier backcountry elk hunting destination. This unit is rugged and demands a high level of physical fitness and self-sufficiency. Access is primarily via trailheads off US-212 (Beartooth Highway) or from the Paradise Valley. Expect long pack-ins, unpredictable weather, and potential grizzly encounters. The reward is a truly wild elk hunt with good chances at mature bulls that often elude hunters in more accessible areas. Archery season and the early rifle season (general) offer the best opportunities before snow pushes elk to lower elevations. This isn't a unit for the faint of heart or those without wilderness experience, but for the prepared hunter, it's an exceptional experience. Permits are general tag for elk. Fees include state hunting license and conservation stamp.
Planning notes
Where: Montana, United States Best season: Fall hunting seasons Good for: Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Camping Featured on: Top 10 Public Land Elk Units in Montana: High-Percentage Districts (#1) Access point: Montana, USA Check current permits, closures and fire restrictions with the managing agency before you commit to dates.
Where on earth
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Coordinates
- Decimal degrees
- 46.8797, -110.3626
- Latitude (DMS)
- 46° 52′ 46.9″ N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 110° 21′ 45.2″ W
Coordinates are an access-point reference for Hunting District 314, not a route. Carry a paper map and confirm trailhead or put-in access with the managing agency before you go.