Montana Antelope Hunts – Unit 481 Rifle & Archery | Trophy-Class Bucks | Private Land Access About the Hunt Montana’s Unit 481 offers a classic Western antelope hunting experience with high visibility, exciting stalks, and excellent trophy potential. With private land access, this hunt provides low-pressure opportunities and a high chance at mature bucks scoring in the 72"–75" range — with some breaking 80 inches. Whether you’re a seasoned Western hunter or new to pronghorn, this hunt combines wide-open spaces, experienced guides, and a real shot at a trophy-class buck. Hunt Dates & Season Info Rifle Antelope Season Opens: Second Saturday in October Duration: 3-Day Hunt / 4 Nights Draw Cycle: Typically a 4–5 year draw for residents and non-residents Average Buck Size: 72"–75" Top-End Bucks: 75"–80"+ 🔷 Archery Antelope Season Opens: Mid-August Duration: 5-Day Hunt / 6 Nights Hunting Methods: Waterhole blinds, spot-and-stalk, decoy during rut Updated Hunt Packages & Pricing Rifle Hunts 3 Days / 4 Nights 1x1 Guided: $4,000 per hunter Archery Hunts 5 Days / 6 Nights 2x1 Guided: $3,395 per hunter 1x1 Guided: $4,000 per hunter What’s Included Private land access Professional guide service Field care (skinning & caping) Water and light lunches in the field Transportation during the hunt Not Included Antelope license & tags Gratuities Lodging (motel options available nearby) Airport pickup (rental car required) Travel Info Fly Into: Billings, MT or Great Falls, MT Drive Time to Camp: Approx. 1.5–2.5 hours Why Hunt Unit 481 With Us? Private land = less pressure, more animals Trophy pronghorn in a premier Montana unit 4–5 year draw cycle gives you time to plan High success rates with skilled local guides Great option to pair with other Montana hunts (deer, upland, etc.)
