Hunting Access Applications Open For Montana Landowners This Spring

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has opened up the applications period for its 2026 hunting access programs.

The program offers landowners opportunities to allow public hunting on private property or provide access routes to public land.

Several program options are available, including Block Management, Block Management Access Corridors, Elk Hunting Access Agreements, Public Access Land Agreements and Unlocking Public Lands. Information and application materials are available through regional FWP offices and online.

Landowners proposing access through private property to landlocked or difficult-to-access public lands must apply by March 15. Deadlines are May 1 for Elk Hunting Access Agreements and June 1 for Block Management.

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Under all programs, landowners retain authority to set terms governing when and how the public may use enrolled lands. Participants receive liability protection under state law. Additional benefits may include compensation for hunter impacts, assistance managing public access, infrastructure reimbursements and complimentary licenses or permits, depending on the program.