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Montana Deer — Unit 417-00 (417-00)
Montana Deer Unit 417-00 (417-00) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
74.2%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
23
Tags Available
31
Applicants
Data source: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) - Official Drawing Statistics · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
B License
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31 | 23 | 74.2% | — |
| 2024 | 36 | 23 | 63.9% | — |
| 2022 | 92 | 89 | 96.7% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 2 | 28.6% | — |
| 2024 | 9 | 2 | 22.2% | — |
| 2022 | 42 | 10 | 23.8% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Montana Deer Unit 417-00?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 74.2% (2025). There were 31 applicants for 23 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Montana Deer Unit 417-00?
Montana uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Montana Deer Unit 417-00?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 96.7% in 2022 and 74.2% in 2025.
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