- Region
- Montana
- Country
- United States
- Best for
- hiking, wildlife viewing, camping
- Best season
- Spring, Summer
- Permits
- Confirm current hunting licenses, permits,…
Plan with verified data
Hunting District 330 trip tools
Tools for a trip here
Picked for how, when and where you're going. Free, no signup.
- Sleep System Temp CalculatorCold nights: check your bag and pad add up to a safe sleep.
- Bear Country Food StorageBear country: canister, Ursack or hang, and the local rules.
- The 10 EssentialsDay on trail: carry the ten essentials.
- Water Purification MatrixRefilling on trail: compare treatment options.
- Layering CalculatorCool temps: build a layer stack for the climb and the summit.
How to get there
Hunting District 330 is located in southwest Montana, encompassing portions of Beaverhead and Madison Counties. It includes the entire Ruby Mountain range and parts of the Gravellys, Snowcrest Range, Greenhorn, Centennial, and Blacktail mountain ranges. Most of the district is easily accessed by road, with some primary areas without road access like the Wall Creek, upper Elk River, and west half of the Snowcrest Range.
- Johnny Gulch Road
Beginning at U.S. Highway 287 and Johnny Gulch Road (near Indian Creek), follow U.S. Highway 287 and Route 87 south to the Montana-Idaho border.
Photo: YellowstoneNPS / Public domain Gravelly Range RoadFrom the junction of Johnny Gulch (McAtee Bridge) Road, proceed easterly to U.S. Highway 287. Or, from Metzel Creek Road (near the Staudenmeyer Ranch), head northeasterly along Gravelly Range Road to the junction of Johnny Gulch (McAtee Bridge) Road.
- Centennial Valley Road
From the Montana-Idaho border at Red Rock Pass, proceed westerly along Centennial Valley Road to the east end of the Red Rock Refuge.
- North Centennial Road
From the east end of the Red Rock Refuge, follow the north Centennial Road northerly and westerly to the junction of Metzel Creek Road (near the Staudenmeyer Ranch).
- Interstate 15 (I-15)
From the Montana-Idaho border on Interstate 15, proceed southerly along said interstate to Clark Canyon, then easterly down Clark Canyon to the Sage Creek-Blacktail Divide. Or, follow I-15 southerly to the Montana-Idaho border, which marks a boundary.
- Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
Access to portions of the refuge may be closed to trespass. Hunters are asked to check with the Refuge Manager before hunting on the refuge.
Sources: Wikipedia · Wikivoyage · HuntScore · HuntScore. Confirm road and trailhead conditions with the managing agency before you leave.
Montana · United States · Season: Fall hunting seasons
- Hunting
- Winter Camping
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Backpacking
- Wildlife Viewing
Overview
HD 330, located in the Crazy Mountains near Big Timber and Wilsall, is a challenging but rewarding unit. It's characterized by very steep, rugged mountains and significant public land within the Gallatin National Forest. Elk often hold in remote basins and dense timber. Access requires dedicated effort, with many trailheads leading to long hikes. This is not a unit for road hunting. Hunters willing to backpack in and spend multiple days in the backcountry have a good chance at mature bulls. Weather can change quickly, from warm fall days to significant snow. Grizzly bears are present. General elk tag. Expect standard Montana hunting license and stamp fees.
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 (#6) Access point: Montana, USA
Check current permits, closures and fire restrictions with the managing agency before you commit to dates.
Where on earth
Satellite imagery flying in from a world view to Hunting District 330, United States. Use the + / − buttons, or click the map to zoom with your scroll wheel; drag to pan and pinch to zoom on touch.
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 330, not a route. Carry a paper map and confirm trailhead or put-in access with the managing agency before you go.
Topic summary
HD 330, located in the Crazy Mountains near Big Timber and Wilsall, is a challenging but rewarding unit.
Key takeaways
- Region: Montana
- Country: United States
- Best season: Fall hunting seasons
- Good for: hiking, wildlife viewing, camping
- Coordinates: 46.880, -110.363
Intended uses
- hiking
- wildlife viewing
- camping
Climate suitability
Fall hunting seasons
Keep planning
Popular pursuits at Hunting District 330
- Hunting
Seasons, tags, and the units that hold animals.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Skiing
Ski-touring access when the road closes for the season.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
Animals around Hunting District 330
District identity and trip planning
Hunting District 330 is the requested destination in Montana, but its boundaries, land ownership, road access, and managing agency are not established here. A district number alone is not enough to identify a lawful starting point or a usable route. Before building an itinerary, confirm the current district map and match any intended access point to the appropriate land manager’s information. Keep hunting regulations separate from general recreation access: neither should be inferred from the other. No specific trailhead, driving approach, hiking route, or hunting opportunity can be identified confidently for this district. Treat this profile as an initial planning outline, not as a navigation guide or confirmation that a particular parcel is open to entry.
Wilsall and the Shields River context
Wilsall, in Park County, provides a named Montana location for geographic context, but it is not established as an entrance to Hunting District 330. Flathead Creek is a tributary of the Shields River, and the Anzick Site lies adjacent to the creek at Wilsall. The site is identified as the only known Clovis burial site in the New World. Clovis describes one of the earliest hunter-gatherer cultures in the Americas; the name comes from a site near Clovis, New Mexico, associated with the procurement and processing of large and small animals. This is archaeological context, not a visitor-access recommendation. Do not treat the burial site, creek, or town as a district access point without separate confirmation.
Keep Yellowstone planning separate
Yellowstone National Park is another regional place to distinguish from the hunting district rather than assume is part of it. The park lies mostly in northwestern Wyoming, with portions extending into Montana and Idaho. Established in 1872, it protects geysers, hot springs, other thermal areas, wildlife, and rugged landscapes, and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Those characteristics describe Yellowstone, not verified conditions within Hunting District 330. No connection between the park and the district’s boundaries or access network is established here. If a broader journey includes Yellowstone, plan that visit separately using current park guidance. For the district itself, first resolve the location, lawful access, and applicable activity rules before choosing equipment or committing to an itinerary.
Sample itineraries
- One-day district orientation · 1 day
Before traveling to Hunting District 330, confirm its current boundaries, land ownership and legal access with the managing agency. Select a destination only after those checks; no specific trailhead or route can be established here.
- Two-day scouting framework · 2 days
Use the first day for orientation at agency-confirmed access points. Reserve the second for exploring an area verified as open to your intended activity. Confirm overnight arrangements separately; no campsite or overnight route is established here.
Seasonal conditions
Spring
Confirm locally before departure
District-specific spring conditions are not established here. Check current weather and access before choosing a route.
Summer
Confirm locally before departure
No district-specific summer access or conditions are established here. Verify current conditions rather than assuming roads or trails are usable.
Fall
Confirm locally before departure
Fall conditions and hunting dates require confirmation. A district designation alone does not establish when an activity is allowed.
Winter
Confirm locally before departure
Winter access and travel conditions are not established here. Obtain a current local assessment before committing to an outing.
| Season | Window | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Confirm locally before departure | District-specific spring conditions are not established here. Check current weather and access before choosing a route. |
| Summer | Confirm locally before departure | No district-specific summer access or conditions are established here. Verify current conditions rather than assuming roads or trails are usable. |
| Fall | Confirm locally before departure | Fall conditions and hunting dates require confirmation. A district designation alone does not establish when an activity is allowed. |
| Winter | Confirm locally before departure | Winter access and travel conditions are not established here. Obtain a current local assessment before committing to an outing. |
Permits, fees & closures
Confirm current hunting licenses, permits, access requirements and activity rules with the managing agency before traveling.
Confirm current permits, fees, and closures with the managing agency before you go.
Hazards & regulations
- Unverified boundaries and land ownership create a risk of entering land without permission. Establish legal access before setting out.
- No district-specific route is established here. Do not navigate using this profile alone.
- Seasonal travel conditions remain unconfirmed. Check weather and access locally before departure.
What to pack for Hunting District 330
- Current district boundary map
- Land-ownership map
- Confirmed access details
- Offline navigation
- Current rules for the intended activity
- Managing agency contact details
- Written trip plan shared with a trusted contact
Hunting District 330 FAQ
- Where are Hunting District 330's boundaries?
- The destination is identified as being in Montana, but its boundaries are not established here. Obtain a current district map from the managing agency.
- Which trailheads or roads provide access?
- No access point is confirmed for this district. Verify roads, land ownership and permission requirements before selecting a starting point.
- Is the Anzick Site a district destination?
- The Anzick Site is adjacent to Flathead Creek in Wilsall, Park County. Its relationship to Hunting District 330 and its visitor access are not established here. Do not assume it is an accessible stop.
- Is Yellowstone National Park part of this district?
- Yellowstone lies mostly in northwestern Wyoming, with portions in Montana and Idaho. That does not establish any overlap with Hunting District 330; check district boundaries separately.
- What wildlife or hunting opportunities can be expected?
- No district-specific species or hunting opportunities are established here. Confirm species, seasons and applicable rules with the managing agency.