By order of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission: LMU 680 shall be closed to all hunting of female mountain lions one-half hour after sunset on Monday, February 23rd, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Area: LMU 680
- Species: Mountain lion
- Restriction: Closed to all hunting of female mountain lions
- Effective time: One-half hour after sunset
- Effective date: Monday, February 23, 2026
Closure Details
LMU 680 will be closed to all hunting of female mountain lions beginning one-half hour after sunset on Monday, February 23rd, 2026, as ordered by the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission.
Quota Status (Official Link)
For detailed quota status, see Montana FWP: https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/speciesHuntingGuide?wmrSpeciesCd=ML
FAQ
What is changing in LMU 680?
LMU 680 will be closed to all hunting of female mountain lions.
When does the closure take effect?
One-half hour after sunset on Monday, February 23rd, 2026.
Who ordered the LMU 680 closure?
The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission.
Where can I check the current mountain lion quota status?
You can view detailed quota status on Montana FWP’s species hunting guide page: https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/speciesHuntingGuide?wmrSpeciesCd=ML