Regulations

Regulations for upcoming seasons are posted online throughout the year. Moose, Bighorn Sheep and Mountain Goat regulations are typically posted late February.

• 2022 Moose, Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goat, Bison Regulations (PDF)

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These dates are provided only as a general reference. Check current regulations or use FWP's online Hunt Planner for specific dates.

2022 Moose Season Dates

Moose
September 15 – November 27*

*NOTE: Some districts vary, check regulations for more information.

Moose License

Details: Prerequisite licenses are Conservation and Base Hunting in order to apply. There is an additional $10 resident or $50 nonresident nonrefundable application fee for each license or permit you apply for.

An applicant who receives a moose license is not eligible to apply for or receive another license for moose for the next succeeding 7 years.

License holders may legally take one moose subject to all specifications on the license issued.

Fees:

• Resident: $125

• Nonresident: $1,250

Availability 

This license is available via Special Limited Drawing.

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Application Deadline

May 1

Drawing Results

Approximate moose, sheep, and goat drawing dates:

• Special — Mid-May

• SuperTag — Early July

Check Your Drawing Results

To view annual harvest reports and more information, click here.

Moose are managed as a game species in Montana.

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