Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks

Montana's current fee rules have not been thoroughly updated in many years and have become difficult to administer and understand.

Where are the largest numbers of visitors coming from? What are the most visited parks? How large of an increase have we seen in the last 10 years?

As our towns expand, the natural beauty of Montana feels the pressure. Discover what’s being done to safeguard our wildlife and habitats for future generations.

A morning on the Sun River turned into a massive legal headache for two hunters who were "only" about 200 birds over the legal limit.

In the heart of Montana's wilderness, two wild mustangs are ready to take on a new role that’s anything but ordinary.

The arrival of a grizzly mother and her two cubs brings hope for wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists alike.

Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks is keen to gather data on the Greater Short-horned Lizard’s population and distribution, as anecdotal evidence suggests a decline due to habitat loss.

So, which sounds like more, an $85 dollar price increase or a 566% price increase?

“This new law eliminates a confusing and unnecessary piece of bureaucracy for boat owners.”

Local hunter in Missoula County shoots charging grizzly bear, highlighting increased bear presence near urban areas.

Since Mother Nature hasn't figured out that it's supposed to be winter, we might as well get out and enjoy the trails!

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks must cut its wolf trapping season back to six weeks across the western two-thirds of the state.