Autumn hunters in Lincoln, Montana should be aware of new rules for two Block Management Areas. For Horsefly Creek, access requires reservation from August 26-28, with no camping allowed. Keep Cool Hills has updated parking and camping restrictions, limiting stays to three days within 21. Check regulations online before visiting.

Montana dove season opens September 1. Drought shifted bird distribution statewide — here’s where to find mourning doves in 2026 and what to do now.

Montana hunters fund public land access more than most realize. Here's the real breakdown before federal policy strips it away.