Pronghorn Antelope in Montana
hunting regulations.
Hunting regulations change. The information on this page reflects what we know about species presence and hunt availability based on state agency listings. For current season dates, bag limits, weapon restrictions, tag requirements, and reporting obligations, verify directly with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. You are responsible for confirming current regulations before hunting.
Pronghorn Antelope in Montana
Montana pronghorn are concentrated on the eastern plains. The state has historically offered OTC nonresident antelope tags — increasingly limited in recent years as herds have responded to drought.
About the species
Pronghorn are the fastest land mammal in North America, capable of sustained speeds over 50 mph. They're not antelope — they're the only surviving member of an ancient family unique to this continent, distantly related to giraffes. Mature bucks weigh 100-130 pounds and carry pronged horns made of keratin (which they shed annually unlike true antlers). Range covers the open plains and sage country of the Western US, with strongholds in Wyoming, Montana, New Mexico, South Dakota, and Colorado.
Pronghorn hunting is mostly draw-based with strong odds in many units, especially for residents. Wyoming alone issues over 50,000 tags annually and has the largest population on the continent. The rut runs early September into early October. Spot-and-stalk in open country with quality optics is the dominant technique; calling with rattling and challenge sequences works in archery range during the rut.
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