Key Takeaways
- LMU 320 and LMU 121 will close to the harvest of female mountain lions.
- The closure takes effect one-half hour after sunset on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
- This is part of Montana’s quota system aimed at supporting healthy lion populations and sustainable hunting opportunity.
Closure Notice: Female Mountain Lion Harvest
Heads up, lion hunters — there’s a change you’ll want on your radar. The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission has announced that both LMU 320 and LMU 121 will close to the harvest of female mountain lions one-half hour after sunset on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
That means once the sun dips below the horizon that evening, it’s a wrap for harvesting females in those units.
Why the Units Are Closing
These closures are part of Montana’s quota system, designed to keep lion populations healthy and hunting opportunities sustainable.
FAQ
Which Montana hunting units are closing to female mountain lion harvest?
LMU 320 and LMU 121 will close to the harvest of female mountain lions.
When does the female mountain lion closure take effect?
The closure takes effect one-half hour after sunset on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
What does the closure mean for hunters after that time?
After one-half hour past sunset on February 21, 2026, harvesting female mountain lions in LMU 320 and LMU 121 is closed.
Why is Montana implementing this type of closure?
The closure is part of Montana’s quota system intended to maintain healthy lion populations and sustainable hunting opportunities.