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Montana Sports Betting Guide

Online and retail sports betting are available in Montana using the Montana Lottery’s sports betting platform. However, you must visit retail locations to place online bets in MT.

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Montana Sports Betting Summary

Montana took a different approach to legalizing sports betting than most states when they launched SportsBet Montana. This is the only permitted MT sportsbook and is in partnership with Intralot. Governor Steve Bullock signed HB 725 on May 3, 2019 and both retail and online sports betting became available in March 2020 under the regulation of the Montana Lottery.

You can find betting kiosks at thousands of lottery locations and place bets worth up to $250. There are also several bars and casinos partnered with the Montana Lottery that you can visit and use the SportsBet Montana app to wager up to $1000. You can use the app anywhere in the state to view odds and make deposits but you must be at a partnered retail location to wager.

Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) games are not available in MT, but you can bet on horse racing online using sites like TwinSpires, TVG, and XpressBet.

Read our complete guide to learn more about sports betting in the Treasure State. You’ll find information on the latest legislation, state gambling laws, restrictions on betting, and a review of SportsBet Montana.

SportsBet Montana Review

SportsBet Montana is the only betting platform available in MT. If you want to learn more about this Intralot-backed sportsbook, check out how it performs below compared to national betting sites:

  • Mobile App

You can download SportsBet Montana for Android and iOS devices. Navigation is easy, and you can switch between markets with a few taps. The app also updates frequently, so the in-play odds are up-to-date. However, players are limited to only creating betting slips – you must visit a partnered retail location to place any bets.

  • Welcome Bonus

When you register with top US sportsbooks like DraftKings and BetMGM, you receive a bonus to let you try the betting site and potentially boost your bankroll. Unfortunately, SportsBet Montana does not offer a welcome bonus currently. Be sure to check the promotions section regularly though, as sportsbooks always introduce new offers to incentivize players.

  • Competitive Odds

There are some markets where Montana’s only sportsbook can compete with the best betting sites in the US. In particular, you’ll find better payouts on moneyline favorites than many other options. However, its betting lines are generally average at best, and most markets offer less value than you’d find at WynnBET, PointsBet, or other top providers in other states.

  • Market Coverage

Compared to other smaller US brands, SportsBet Montana does an excellent job of covering a wide variety of markets. As with any betting site in the US, the focus is on the major leagues and there are many options for every game. However, it also has an impressive range of niche markets like MMA and IndyCar, as well as college betting options.

  • Suitability for Beginner Bettors

SportsBet Montana caters to all levels of players and has a dedicated section to teaching the basics of wagering called “Sports Betting 101”. There is also a “How to Bet” page with advice on placing wagers on different sports and bet types. In the FAQs, you’ll find advice for getting started at the betting site, including guidance on account verification.

  • Payout Speed

There are just two withdrawal methods at SportsBet Montana, Automated Clearing House (ACH) and Play+. However, the site only gives the withdrawal times for ACH, which is five business days. This is pretty slow compared to some US sportsbooks that offer same-day withdrawals with certain payment methods.

How to Place a Bet in Montana

While sports betting has been live in Montana since 2020, many residents may not have given it a try. SportsBet Montana is available in more retail locations than ever, so follow our step-by-step guide below to place your first wager:

  1. Do some research on the bets you want to place. The more informed your wagers are, the better your chances of winning.

  2. Download the SportsBet Montana app for Apple or Android devices. The app will need to access your geolocation services to check you are betting in a licensed location.

  3. Provide details like your full name, address, date of birth, phone number, email, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to register an account. The sportsbook needs this information to verify your identity and protect you from fraud and underage gambling.

  4. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier section and follow the instructions to make a deposit.

  5. Browse the markets and choose a wager. You can add it to your bet slip and decide how much to wager. Remember, you can bet a maximum of $1000 using the SportsBet Montana app.

  6. Visit a partnered retail location and place your bet.

  7. Return to the cashier section and withdraw your winnings.

Banking Methods Available in Montana

There is a decent range of payment methods available at SportsBet Montana, including deposits with debit cards. The sportsbook notes that some providers like Bank of America and Capitol One block transactions to gambling sites, but major options like Visa and Mastercard are available. You can also use Automated Clearing House to make transactions directly from your bank account. Play+, which partners with major sportsbooks across the US, is also available. However, you won’t find any e-wallets or prepaid cards like PayNearMe, which are popular with most US betting sites.

Who is Eligible to Bet in MT?

In most US states you need to be 21 to place legal wagers, but the minimum age in Montana is 18. You must remain within state lines while using the SportsBet Montana app and allow it to access your geolocation services.

In addition, the people listed below are prohibited from wagering:

  • Players, coaches, employees, or members of any professional or college sports team.

  • Officials, referees, or umpires of professional or college sports leagues.

  • Individuals who have professional or regulatory authority to influence players.

  • Individuals employed by a sports league who can create or influence rules for that sport (e.g., NBA, NCAA)

  • Individuals who have an ownership stake in a sports team.

  • Individuals who have access to non-public information about a sports team (e.g., access to player medical records)

  • Individuals that have voluntarily excluded themselves from gambling activities.

  • Individuals who are prohibited from betting at a state or federal level (e.g., due to criminal history).

Latest Montana Sports Betting Updates

Current Sports Betting Status in Montana

Sports betting is legal in Montana, but there are some restrictions on online wagering. Firstly, there is only one sportsbook, SportsBet Montana, which is operated by the MT Lottery. You can use the SportsBet Montana app or site anywhere in the state but must visit a partnered location to place bets. You’ll also find betting kiosks at thousands of locations across the Treasure State. DFS games are illegal, but you can wager on horse racing online.

Timeline for Sports Betting in Montana

  • March 11, 2020: SportsBet Montana, the lottery’s betting product, launches in the state.

  • June 10, 2019: It is confirmed that an attempt to override the Governor’s veto fails, and SB 330 does not become law.

  • May 3, 2019: Gov. Bullock signs HB 725 to legalize sports betting with the Montana Lottery. He also vetoes SB 330.

  • April 25, 2019: House Speaker Greg Hertz passes HB 725, sending it to the Governor.

  • April 18, 2019: SB 330 passes the Senate again and is sent to the Governor.

  • April 17, 2019: HB 725 passes the Senate with amendments and is returned to the House. The House immediately agrees to these changes.

  • April 15, 2019: SB 330 passes the House with some amendments and returns to the Senate for approval.

  • April 1, 2019: SB 330 passes the Senate on its third reading and moves to the House.

  • March 30, 2019: HB 725 passes the House and moves to the Senate.

  • March 22, 2019: HB 725, a bill to legalize sports betting through the state’s lottery, is introduced to the House.

  • March 13, 2019: SB 330, a bill to allow bars across the state to offer their own sports betting platforms, is introduced to the Senate.

  • May 14, 2018: The US Supreme Court strikes down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA), giving each state the right to legalize sports betting.

  • August 31, 2008: Sports Action becomes available to MT players.

  • 2007: The Montana Legislature passes an act to allow the lottery to offer a fantasy sports wagering game called Sports Action.

  • October 28, 1992: PASPA is introduced to stop sports betting in all states where it has not already been legalized. Montana’s lottery betting pools are exempt from this ban.

  • 1973: The Montana Legislature passes the Card Game, Bingo, Raffles and Sports Pool Act, allowing the Montana Lottery to operate sports pool games.

Montana Sports Betting Background

Montana was one of the few states in the US, along with Nevada, Delaware, and Oregon, to be exempt from PASPA. Its sports pool, operated by the lottery, was established before PASPA was introduced and allowed to continue operating legally. However, the state couldn’t expand its sports betting offering until the US Supreme Court struck down PASPA in 2018.

Two sports betting bills were introduced in 2019, one of which was the successful HB 725. The other was SB 330, which would have allowed bars to offer their own sports betting products. This could have seen US sportsbooks launching throughout the state. Both bills passed the House and the Senate, but Gov. Bullock vetoed SB 330, citing the need to enter the market “conservatively”.

Future of Montana Sports Betting

In Gov. Bullock’s SB 330 veto letter, he mentioned that if sports betting was a success “in two years”, he expected “the legislature to revisit whether a second model is prudent for our state.” However, the only sports betting legislation that has been introduced since was HB 193 to remove the cap on winnings for bettors using the lottery’s sports pool game. Gov. Bullock signed that bill in March 2021.

If sports betting is expanded in the future to allow US operators to launch in the state, brands like DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM are expected to move into the market. These sports betting brands are available in MT’s neighboring state Wyoming.

Montana Sports Betting Locations

334 locations in Montana operate casino games and allow you to wager using SportsBet Montana. Many of these locations are bars or other retailers rather than dedicated casinos.

Below are three of our favorite venues:

B&H Casino

B&H Casino is partnered with SportsBet Montana to allow you to use the website and app on the premises. You can wager up to $1000 using the app rather than just $250 with lottery betting kiosks. The casino also gives you access to the lottery’s Sports Action fantasy sports betting platform for major league games and NASCAR racing. You can wager on all these sports and more like tennis and golf.

Diamond Jim’s Casino Russell

Diamond Jim’s Casino Russell is another partner of the Montana Lottery, and you can use SportsBet Montana when on the casino’s grounds. You can wager on sports like European soccer and IndyCar while enjoying the casino and bar at Diamond Jim’s. If you’re a frequent visitor to the casino, you can join the I-Rewards program and earn rewards.

Five Spot Bar Casino

You can visit Five Spot Bar and use SportsBet Montana to place wagers of up to $1000. You can wager on all the major leagues, either pre-game or in-play. There are also markets for niche sports like MMA. The bar has a casino with slot games, and more you can enjoy. There is also a restaurant and a catering service, which add to the experience when watching an event. If you like Five Spot, you can join the VIP program to get information about new offers and promotions.

Montana Land-Based Casinos and Betting Venues

Location Address Phone Number
1145 Club 1145 Broadwater Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 259-7770
212 Bar & Grill 600 W. Front Avenue, Joliet, MT 59041 (406) 962-4212
3 Brothers Bistro & Casino 316 N. Center Avenue, Hardin, MT 59034 (406) 545-5133
307 Bar & Grill 842 E. Pike Avenue, Columbus, MT 59019 (406) 322-4511
4 Aces Casino & Restaurant 508 1st Avenue N., Lewistown, MT 59457 (406) 538-9744
40 Below Public House 415 1st Street W., Havre, MT 59501 (406) 262-7435
406 Casino 1223 N. 27th Street, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 969-2599
49'Er Diner & Casino 404 E. Park Street, Livingston, MT 59047 (406) 222-8204
Ace's Tavern 900 8th Avenue N. W. #2330, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 452-3391
Alcan Bar & Grill 16780 Beckwith Street, Frenchtown, MT 59834 (406) 626-9930
Alumni Club 601 3rd Avenue N. W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 952-4471
American Legion Club #30 31 W. Main Street, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-3430
Asian Nites Casino 4240 King Avenue W., Billings, MT 59106 (406) 655-7979
Atlantis Casino 1431 Country Manor Boulevard, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 894-2048
Aurora Casino 1918 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 601-1282
Bar H Saloon 719 2nd Street, Deer Lodge, MT 59722 (406) 846-4075
Barky's Bar and Casino 17 Central Avenue N., Harlowton, MT 59036 (406) 632-4621
Bayou Casino 5448 Laurel Road, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 272-8333
Beacon Icehouse 1349 13th Avenue S. W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 727-1477
Bear's Lair Bar and Casino 324 Main Street, Stevensville, Montana, USA, 59870 (406) 777-5605
Bear's Lair II 5493 US-93 N., Florence, MT 59833 (406) 926-1499
Big Eddy's Deck Bar 219 W. Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873 (406) 827-3300
Big John’s Casino 2323 11th Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 761-6077
Big Sky Lanes & Casino, Inc. 1817 US-93, Eureka, MT 59917 (406) 297-2987
Billings Hotel and Convention Center 1223 Mullowney Lane #6391, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 248-7151
Black Gold Casino 26 US-2 #2, Bainville, MT 59212 (406) 769-2557
Blacktail Station / Mac's Last Cast 26 S. Montana Street, Dillon, MT 59725 (406) 683-6611
Bottles & Shots 247 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 245-8118
Bottles & Shots Casino 3925 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 655-3394
Broken Arrow Bar/Casino 208 E. Main Street, Manhattan, MT 59741 (406) 284-3353
Broken Arrow Steak House & Casino 317 N. Main Street, Deer Lodge, MT 59722 (406) 846-3400
Broken Spoke Bar & Casino 120 Big Pine Drive, Big Sky, MT 59716 (406) 995-2750
Bucking Horse Saloon & Casino 3105 Steel Street, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 234-5825
Buffalo Saloon and Casino Bigfork 5 Swan Way, Bigfork, MT 59911 (406) 837-7111
Bugz's Bar & Casino 1341 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 252-4112
Bullwackers Lounge & Billiards 1517 Broadwater Avenue, Billings, MT 5910 (406) 248-9855
Butte Joker's Wild Bar & Casino 1201 S. Montana Street, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 782-6587
Caboose Saloon and Casino 704 W. Main Street, Laurel, MT 59044 (406) 628-7414
Cadillac Jax Bar & Grill 1744 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 969-5678
Cash Casino 960 S. 24th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 894-2061
Cattle Country Casino 1504 Highway Street E., Harlowton, MT 59036 (406) 632-4329
Cellar Casino 719 Main Street, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 234-5611
Chrome Bar 2 N. Woodard Avenue, Absarokee, MT 59001 (406) 328-4807
City Bar & Casino 709 Central Avenue, Great Falls, MT 59401 (406) 761-9432
Claim Jumper Casino 3021 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 728-0074
Classic 50's Casino 1810 14th Street S. W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 453-0136
Club House 1411 Main Street, Fort Benton, MT 59442 (406) 622-3433
Club Royale Casino 903 S. Haynes Avenue, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 234-2582
Corner Bar 1 Main Street, Baker, MT 59313 (406) 778-3278
Corral Restaurant and Bar Inc. 42895 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730 (406) 995-4249
Corvallis Tavern 1015 Main Street, Corvallis, MT 59828 (406) 961-3591
Cottonwood Inn, Inc. 54250 US-2, Glasgow, MT 59230 (406) 228-8213
Cowboys Bar 311 3rd Street N. W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 453-0651
D&E Hideaway Lounge and Liquor Store Inc 1625 W. Main Street, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587-1777
Dave's 32 Oz Bar, Grill & Bowling 115 N. Main Street, Boulder, MT 59632 (406) 225-3201
Deano's Casino 5318 W. Harrier, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 543-2365
Diamond D Casino 4875 N. Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 728-6220
Dixie Inn/High Roller Casino 1250 Roosevelt Highway, Shelby, MT 59474 (406) 424-8888
Dollar Bill Casino 8018 US-93, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 549-2327
Dotty's Casino Belgrade 501 W. Main Street, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-0928
Dotty's Casino Billings 1309 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 N/A
Dotty's Casino Billings 4010 Montana Sapphire Lane, Billings, MT 59106 N/A
Dotty's Casino Billings 900 S. 24th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 N/A
Dotty's Casino Billings 415 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 N/A
Dotty's Casino Billings 2646 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 N/A
Dotty's Casino Bozeman 2107 N. 7th Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59715 N/A
Dotty's Casino Butte 2000 Dewey Boulevard, Butte, MT 59701 N/A
Dotty's Casino Helena 1730 Cedar Street, Helena, MT 59601 N/A
Double Barrel Saloon and Casino 401 S. Ellery Avenue, Fairview, MT 59221 (406) 742-8110
Drunk'n Miner Saloon – Copper Spirits Casino 1800 Meadowlark Lane, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 565-5130
Eastside Bar & Casino 202 Bridge Street, Belt, MT 59412 (406) 277-2656
Ed's Tavern 328 S. Front Street, Conrad, MT 59425 (406) 278-9984
Elks Lodge #214 500 1st Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59401 (406) 454-1305
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US-93, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 726-3040
Falls Casino 1400 Central Avenue W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 770-3025
Fatt Boys Sports Bar & Casino 1307 US-2, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 752-8111
First & Last Chance Bar 7906 US-93, Eureka, MT 59917 (406) 889-3443
Flying Pig Casino 118 Main Street, Victor, MT 59875 (406) 642-3783
Forsyth Country Club, Inc. 47 Smith Creek Road, Forsyth, MT 59327 (406) 356-7710
Fowl Play Sports Bar & Casino 220 S. 1st Avenue, Laurel, MT 59044 (406) 628-8241
Friendly Tavern 6220 Jackrabbit Lane, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-1629
Game On Bar and Casino 100 Main Street, Anaconda, MT 59711 (406) 563-0400
Glacier Park VFW Bar & Casino 330 1st Avenue W. Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 752-2611
Glasgow Elks Club 1922 309 2nd Avenue S., Glasgow, MT 59230 (406) 228-2233
Gold Dust Casino 26 US-2 #1, Bainville, MT 59212 (406) 769-2480
Gold Dust Casino Billings 1310 15th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 254-2134
Golden Bar and Casino, LLC 8 N. Montana Street, Dillon, MT 59725 (406) 988-0047
Golden Moose Bar and Casino 109 S. 1st Street Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-4601
Grand Casino 3025 Grand Avenue STE C, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 651-0045
Grandstand Casino & Sports Bar 905 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 256-6060
Grand Plaza Casino 2930 Harrison Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-6677
Gunsight Bar & Grill 624 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 (406) 897-2820
Gust Hauf 300 W. Bell Street, Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 365-4451
Halftime Sports Bar & Casino 1101 N. W. Bypass, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 727-8053
Hap's Beer Parlor 1505 Railroad Avenue, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 443-2804
Happy Endings Casino 1500 E. Commercial Avenue, Anaconda, MT 59711 (406) 563-0444
Happy Endings Casino 3878 Paxson Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-3350
Heidelberg Lounge & Casino 27 Division Road, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 761-9569
Hideout Lounge 2401 12th Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 727-2959
High Tide Casino 5435 Midland Road, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 256-7534
Holiday Bar and Casino 1220 10th Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 771-7520
Holiday Inn Sports Bar and Casino 1100 5th Street S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 727-7200
Homestead Cafe & Casino 7262 US-93, Lakeside, MT 59922 (406) 709-2222
Hooligan's Sports Bar 109 N. Broadway, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 294-3495
J R's Lounge & Casino 203 W. Madison Avenue, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-9968
Jackpot Casino 2274 Central Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 656-8990
Jackpot Casino Heights 2030 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 245-4323
Jackrabbit Red's Casino 315 13th Street W., Hardin, MT 59034 (406) 665-3960
Jersey's Sports Bar and Casino 3703 Harrison Avenue Ste D, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-1919
Joe's Place 1220 9th Street S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 761-8050
Junction City Saloon 510 2nd Avenue, Custer, MT 59024 (406) 856-4888
Just 1 More Bar & Casino 1595 Grand Avenue Suite 280, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 601-1380
Katie O'Keefes Bar and Casino 2100 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 728-9023
Kelly's Casino and Bar 416 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911 (406) 420-2505
Kid Currys Lounge & Casino 220 US-2, Malta, MT 59538 (406) 654-2115
Knotty Casino 18 Broadway Avenue S., Red Lodge, MT 59068 (406) 425-0362
Laib-Ation Station 410 Lincoln Road W., Helena, MT 59602 (406) 458-8166
Levity Bar and Casino 1027 Shiloh Crossing Boulevard UNIT 8, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 651-5985
Little Chicago, Inc. 113 15th Street, Black Eagle, MT 59414 (406) 761-9293
Lonesome Dove Saloon & Casino 201 Main Street, Stevensville, MT 59870 (406) 625-2678
Longbranch 419 Broadway Avenue, Denton, MT 59430 (406) 567-2626
Lost Mine Saloon & Casino 918 E. Commercial Avenue, Anaconda, MT 59711 (406) 563-0299
Lucky Bucky's Casino 3425 US-12, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 449-4488
Lucky Charm Casino Butte 2325 Harrison Avenue #6050, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 782-3966
Lucky Diamond Casino 2658 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 702-1039
Lucky Diamond Casino & Liquor Store 3700 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 251-3922
Lucky Diamond Heights 1423 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 839-2290
Lucky Lil's Casino Anaconda 6940 MT-1 Suite B, Anaconda, MT 59711 (406) 563-9222
Lucky Lil's Casino and Liquor Store Great Falls 1605 Fox Farm Road, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 453-1717
Lucky Lil's Casino and Liquor Store Missoula 2021 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 549-5059
Lucky Lil's Casino Belgrade 206 W. Jefferson Avenue, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-0151
Lucky Lil's Casino Big Timber 20A Big Timber Road, Big Timber, MT 59011 (406) 932-4535
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 3413 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 N/A
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 1028 US-87 E., Billings, MT 59101 (406) 248-6591
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 770 King Park Drive, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 969-1887
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 450 Main Street Suite 1, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 601-1395
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 1340 15th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 702-1728
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 2775 Old Hardin Road, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 839-2014
Lucky Lil's Casino Billings 300 S. 24th Street W. Ste A-24, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 651-0828
Lucky Lil's Casino Bonner 7995 MT-200, Milltown, MT 59851 (406) 258-6629
Lucky Lil's Casino Boulder 701 N. Main Street, Boulder, MT 59632 (406) 225-9891
Lucky Lil's Casino Bozeman 1510 N. 19th Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 585-5396
Lucky Lil's Casino Bozeman 2401 W. Main Street, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 582-1386
Lucky Lil's Casino Butte 1915 Dewey Boulevard, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-8856
Lucky Lil's Casino Butte 531 S. Montana Street, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 782-1390
Lucky Lil's Casino Chinook 115 Pennsylvania Street, Chinook, MT 59523 (406) 357-2442
Lucky Lil's Casino Colstrip 110 Willow Avenue, Colstrip, MT 59323 (406) 748-3902
Lucky Lil's Casino Columbia Falls 507 9th Street W., Columbia Falls, MT 59912 (406) 892-2254
Lucky Lil's Casino Columbus 602 E. 8th Avenue, Columbus, MT 59019 (406) 322-5239
Lucky Lil's Casino Conrad 215 N. Main Street, Conrad, MT 59425 (406) 278-3344
Lucky Lil's Casino Cut Bank 512 W. Main Street, Cut Bank, MT 59427 (406) 845-1004
Lucky Lil's Casino Deer Lodge 203 N. Main Street, Deer Lodge, MT 59722 (406) 846-0017
Lucky Lil's Casino Dillon 635 N. Montana Street, Dillon, MT 59725 (406) 683-2562
Lucky Lil's Casino Eureka 40 1st Street, Eureka, MT 59917 (406) 297-0445
Lucky Lil's Casino Forsyth 974 Front Street, Forsyth, MT 59327 (406) 356-7327
Lucky Lil's Casino Glendive 77 MT-16, Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 377-7363
Lucky Lil's Casino Great Falls 3715 31st Street S. W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 770-3125
Lucky Lil's Casino Great Falls 501 N. W. Bypass, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 268-1745
Lucky Lil's Casino Hamilton 1105 N. 1st Street, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-6072
Lucky Lil's Casino Hardin 1012 N. Crawford Avenue, Hardin, MT 59034 (406) 665-3858
Lucky Lil's Casino Havre 420 1st Street W., Havre, MT 59501 (406) 265-7443
Lucky Lil's Casino Helena 1150 Enterprise Drive, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 449-3260
Lucky Lil's Casino Helena 1612 Prospect Avenue, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 996 1153
Lucky Lil's Casino Helena 418 W. Main Street, E. Helena, MT 59635 (406) 227-7595
Lucky Lil's Casino Kalispell 1104 US-2 W., Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 257-2893
Lucky Lil's Casino Laurel 312 S. 1st Avenue, Laurel, MT 59044 (406) 628-7601
Lucky Lil's Casino Lewistown 622 NE Main Street, Lewistown, MT 59457 (406) 538-6703
Lucky Lil's Casino Libby 200 E. 9th Street, Libby, MT 59923 (406) 293-9736
Lucky Lil's Casino Livingston 2128 Park Street S., Livingston, MT 59047 (406) 222-5538
Lucky Lil's Casino Lolo 10953 US-93, Lolo, MT 59847 (406) 273-3863
Lucky Lil's Casino Miles City 1208 S. Haynes Avenue, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 232-2589
Lucky Lil's Casino Missoula 2701 N. Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 540-5286
Lucky Lil's Casino Missoula 2210 N. Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 728-5903
Lucky Lil's Casino Missoula 3109 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 721-5770
Lucky Lil's Casino Plains 309 Railroad Avenue B, Plains, MT 59859 (406) 826-5516
Lucky Lil's Casino Rocker 1004 Grizzly Trail, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 723-0089
Lucky Lil's Casino Shelby 1350 Roosevelt Highway, Shelby, MT 59474 (406) 434-3320
Lucky Lil's Casino Sidney 3050 S. Central Avenue, Sidney, MT 59270 (406) 433-3561
Lucky Lil's Casino Stevensville 104 Kootenai Creek Road, Stevensville, MT 59870 (406) 777-0745
Lucky Lil's Casino Superior 33 Diamond Road, Superior, MT 59872 (406) 822-4451
Lucky Lil's Casino Thompson Falls 1303 W. Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873 (406) 827-3120
Lucky Lil's Casino Three Forks 10800 US-287 #3, Three Forks, MT 59752 (406) 285-3104
Lucky Lil's Casino Townsend 204 N. Front Street, Townsend, MT 59644 (406) 266-4029
Lucky Lil's Casino White Sulphur Springs 311 E. Main Street, White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645 (406) 547-3713
Lucky Lil's Casino Whitefish 6598 US-93 S., Whitefish, MT 59937 (406) 862-5822
Lucky Lil's Casino Whitehall 415 N. Whitehall Street, Whitehall, MT 59759 (406) 287-3844
Lucky Lil's Casino Wolf Point 408 Blaine Street, Wolf Point, MT 59201 (406) 653-2543
Lucky Lil's Liquor Store Kalispell 859 W. Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 314-6365
Lucky Logger Casino Kalispell 1028 US-2, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 257-5932
Lucky Logger Casino Libby 1313 Minnesota Avenue, Libby, MT 59923 (406) 293-2221
Lucky Star Casino 705 1st Avenue W., Roundup, MT 59072 (406) 323-1430
Lucky's Grand Casino 1411 13th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 245-4976
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Billings 261 E. Airport Road, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 534-6873
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Billings 1524 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 969-6935
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Bozeman 155 Jackrabbit Lane, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 551-9960
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Butte 2721 Harrison Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-7004
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Missoula 4875 N. Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 728-6220
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Missoula 2230 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 542-8761
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Missoula 680 S. W. Higgins Avenue, Missoula MT 59803 (406) 542-8761
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Missoula 1210 W. Broadway Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 728-2999
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Missoula 3420 Mullan Road suite c, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 721-5844
Magic Diamond Casino and Liquor Store Sidney 3150 S. Central Avenue b, Sidney, MT 59270 (406) 433-8941
Magic Diamond Casino and Twilite Lounge 209 N. Merrill Glendive MT 59330 (406) 377-8705
Magic Diamond Casino Belgrade 561 Business Hub Drive, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 924-6993
Magic Diamond Casino Billings 3969 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 652-7827
Magic Diamond Casino Billings 3150 King Avenue W. b, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 651-8639
Magic Diamond Casino Billings 2770 Old Hardin Road, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 252-2945
Magic Diamond Casino Bozeman 2607 W. Main Street, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582-4424
Magic Diamond Casino Bozeman 1615 W. Main Street, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585-2201
Magic Diamond Casino Columbia Falls 6102 US-2, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 (406) 892-0699
Magic Diamond Casino Dillon 203 N. Idaho Street, Dillon, MT 59725 (406) 683-8324
Magic Diamond Casino Great Falls 415 10th Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 761-0037
Magic Diamond Casino Great Falls 700 10th Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 727-4239
Magic Diamond Casino Hamilton 930 S. 1st Street, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-2565
Magic Diamond Casino Havre 108 1st Street W., Havre, MT 59501 (406) 265-8995
Magic Diamond Casino Helena 114 S. Lane Avenue, E. Helena, MT 59635 (406) 227-9156
Magic Diamond Casino Helena 1138 Euclid Avenue, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 457-0617
Magic Diamond Casino Helena 3161 N. Sanders Street, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 502-1342
Magic Diamond Casino Kalispell 2605 US-2 E., Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 755-1324
Magic Diamond Casino Kalispell 20 N. Main Street #151, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 257-3546
Magic Diamond Casino Lewistown 424 W. Main Street, Lewistown, MT 59457 (406) 538-7828
Magic Diamond Casino Livingston 714 E. Park Street, Livingston, MT 59047 (406) 222-6712
Magic Diamond Casino Lolo 11880 US-93, Lolo, MT 59847 (406) 273-0336
Magic Diamond Casino Miles City 905 S. Haynes Avenue, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 232-4564
Magic Diamond Casino Rocker 1050 Grizzly Trail, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 782-5229
Magic Diamond Liquor Store Belgrade 691 Jackrabbit Lane, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-7060
Mavericks Roadhouse Casino 7254 US-93, Lakeside, MT 59922 (406) 844-0262
Monsons Montana Bar Llc 429 1st Avenue S., Glasgow, MT 59230 (406) 228-9985
Montana Club Great Falls 907 Smelter Avenue N. E., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 315-3723
Montana Lil's Brooks Casino 3801 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59804 (406)251-1547
Montana Lil's Casino Anaconda 207 Main Street, Anaconda, MT 59711 (406) 563-5775
Montana Lil's Casino and Liquor Store 2349 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 389-0149
Montana Lil's Casino and Liquor Store Helena 1822 E. Custer Avenue, Helena, MT 59604 (406) 442-1854
Montana Lil's Casino Belgrade 305 E. Main Street, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-8567
Montana Lil's Casino Billings 2350 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 245-5366
Montana Lil's Casino Billings 2711 N. Frontage Road, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 238-9826
Montana Lil's Casino Bozeman 29001 Norris Road, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 587-3266
Montana Lil's Casino Bozeman 77 E. Valley Center Road, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 8130190
Montana Lil's Casino Butte 1400 Harrison Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 782-2084
Montana Lil's Casino Butte 1920 Elizabeth Warren Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-7054
Montana Lil's Casino Cut Bank 1115 E. Main Street, Cut Bank, MT 59427 (406) 845-1004
Montana Lil's Casino Great Falls 3700 31st Street S. W. #3, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 771-4665
Montana Lil's Casino Havre 629 1/2 W. 1st Street, Havre, MT 59501 (406) 265-2728
Montana Lil's Casino Helena 100 S. Lane Avenue, E. Helena, MT 59635 (406) 227-7289
Montana Lil's Casino Kalispell 2910 US-93 S., Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 257-5055
Montana Lil's Casino Kalispell 285 S. Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 890-2345
Montana Lil's Casino Laurel 306 S. 1st Avenue #3321, Laurel, MT 59044 (406) 628-2591
Montana Lil's Casino Missoula 3333 N. Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 542-4723
Montana Lil's Casino Missoula 8745 US-93, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 542-0404
Montana Lil's Casino Rocker 1004 Grizzly Trail, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 723-0089
Montana Lil's Casino Shelby 455 McKinley Avenue, Shelby, MT 59474 (406) 434-2554
Montana Lil's Great Falls 3800 10th Avenue S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 866-0230
Montana Lil's Liquor Store Billings 2349 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 652-1571
Montana Lil's Liquor Store Billings 2850 King Avenue W., Billings, MT 5910 (406) 652-3078
Montana Nugget Casino 612 Euclid Avenue, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 442-3544
Montana Nugget Casino 740 W. Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 756-8100
Moose Lodge 6111 Homestead Boulevard, Colstrip, MT 59323 (406) 748-4156
Motherlode Sports Bar & Casino 1428 Cedar Street, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 443-3510
Mt Pints, LLC 215 3rd Street N. W., Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 315-3501
Murphy's Pub & Casino 1465 US-2 Suite A, Havre, MT 59501 (406) 265-4700
Naughty Pine Saloon & Casino, Inc. 2951 MT-200, Trout Creek, MT 59874 (406) 827-3282
Nick's Casino 2950 Busch Street, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-7711
Nickels Gaming Parlour 2100 N. Last Chance Gulch STE C, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 443-5554
North Point Bar & Grill 1821 US-93, Eureka, MT 59917 (406) 297-7700
Nugget Lounge & Casino 202 4th Avenue E., Superior, MT 59872 (406) 822-3599
One Eleven Bar & Casino 111 N. Main Street, Plentywood, MT 59254 (406) 765-1111
P. Gibson's 1600 Fox Farm Road, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 727-3077
Pair A Dice Bar 1653 Harrison Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 782-5262
Papa Ray's Casino 20 Montana Highway 518 Clancy, MT 59634 (406) 449-4846
Papa's Casino and Liquor 14535 Montana Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 5991 (406) 837-4884
Paradise Falls 3621 Brooks Street, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 728-3228
Peppers Bar 75 27th Street W., Billings, MT 5910 (406) 702-1233
Pin High Sports Bar & Casino 1316 W. Towne Street, Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 377-4653
PJ's Restaurant & Casino 15 3rd Avenue, Havre, MT 59501 (406) 265-3211
Play Inn and Casino 1422 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 252-9034
Powder Horn Lounge & Casino 4912 Laurel Road, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 259-1942
Rainbow Bar 2403 Montana Avenue, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 259-0047
Rainbow Bar and Casino 1520 Montana Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 752-6630
Ranch Bar 3585-3787 Pintler Veterans Memorial Scenic Highway, Anaconda, MT 59711 (406) 560-4753
Ravalli Fun Center 300 Skeels Avenue, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-6172
Reno Club 150 Calhoun Lane, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 245-5050
Rhino Lounge Liquor and Casino 11 W. Main Street, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-9900
Richest Hill Casino & Lounge 20 W. Galena Street, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 565-5259
Rooster's Casino 3912 US-93, Stevensville, MT 59870 (406) 777-2065
Route 93 Pizza Mill 45 Front Street, Eureka, MT 59917 (406) 297-7576
Sapphire Lounge and Casino 4010 Montana Sapphire Drive, Billings, MT 59106 (406) 894-2511
Sawmill Bar and Games 1314 Front Street, Fort Benton, MT 59442 (406) 622-5040
Second Shift 934 US-87 E., Billings, MT 59101 (406) 248-5516
Serenity Casino 2280 Amherst Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 299-2303
Silver Bullet Bar & Casino 1700 Montana Highway 206, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 (406) 755-1380
Silver Dollar Bar and Casino 301 Central Avenue, Fairfield, MT 59436 (406) 467-3191
Silver Slipper 4055 US-93, Missoula, MT 59804 (406) 251-5402
Snits Bar & Casino 619 Central Avenue, Great Falls, MT 59401 (406) 452-1966
South 40 Restaurant Lounge and Casino 207 2nd Avenue N. W., Sidney, MT 59270 (406) 433-4999
Speakeasy Casino 920 S. 24th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 655-8122
Sportsmans Lodge 310 N. Main Street, Ennis, MT 59729 (406) 682-4242
Stadium Club 1041 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 254-9727
Stagecoach Casino Bar & Grill 602 6th Avenue E., Culbertson, MT 59218 (406) 787-6181
StageCoach Station Casino and Bar 3020 Stower Street, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 234-1188
Stars ‘n’ Stripes Lounge and Casino 4910 Southgate Drive, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 371-5999
Suds Hut 2701 N. Montana Avenue, Helena, MT 59601 (406) 443-7837
Sunrise Saloon & Casino 2100 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 728-9023
The Badlander/Golden Rose Casino 123 W. Broadway Street, Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 543-0646
The Bet Casino 1911 King Avenue W. Suite 10, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 534-1389
The Club 1325 N. 7th Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 556-6212
The Do Bar 1800 3rd Street N. W. #1919, Great Falls, MT 59404 (406) 727-0388
The Edge Sports Bar 140 Bitterroot Plaza Drive, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-0007
The Enterprise Casino 603 24th Street W., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 652-1082
The Fort at Rockvale Casino Sports Bar & Grill 4283 US-310, Joliet, MT 59041 (406) 962-3963
The French Connection 16873 Beckwith Street, Frenchtown, MT 59834 (406) 626-4006
The Gaming Garage 2120 W. Broadway Street, Missoula, MT 59808 (406) 543-8800
The Glass Slipper 5720 Canyon Ferry Road, E. Helena, MT 59635 (406) 475-3230
The High Horse Saloon 3953 Montana Avenue, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 259-0111
The Lions Den 1411 Chy Way, Billings, MT 59106 (406) 252-8717
The Met Tavern 1375 Harrison Avenue, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 723-9092
The Roadhouse 650 Washington Avenue, Chester, MT 59522 (406) 759-5252
The Rustic Hut 5415 US-93, Florence, MT 59833 (406) 926-1046
The Sting Sports Bar 1121 5th Street S., Great Falls, MT 59405 (406) 727-7972
The Vig Alehouse & Casino 501 Hilltop Road, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 281-8484
The Wild Hare 518 Central Avenue, Great Falls, MT 59401 (406) 453-1727
The Wolves Den Bar 3 N. Central Avenue, Cut Bank, MT 59427 (406) 873-2553
Tilt Wurks Brewhouse & Casino 420 Pacific Avenue, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 874-8458
Tiny's Tavern 323 N. 24th Street, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 259-0828
Trappers Saloon 6040 US-93, Eureka, MT 59917 (406) 889-3400
Unos Lounge 3235 Harrison Avenue #1, Butte, MT 59701 (406) 494-1165
Village Dining, Lounge & Casino 601 W. Main Street, Cut Bank, MT 59427 (406) 873-5005
Wardens Legacy Casino 1403 Main Street, Billings, MT 59105 (406) 248-4336
Waterhole #3 416 Ellery Avenue, Fairview, MT 59221 (406) 742-5224
Wild Card Casino 444 N. 9th Street, Columbus, MT 59019 (406) 322-1136
Windiggers Casino 2610 US-2 E., Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 752-1400
Windsor Bar 201 N. Main Street, Boulder, MT 59632 (406) 225-3335
Winner's Circle 2501 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 656-2800
Won $800 Casino 4907 Southgate Drive, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 259-2800
Yellowstone Tavern 3008 Valley Drive E., Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 232-7764

Montana Lottery Locations

The Montana Lottery was created in 1987 following a public referendum the previous year. The regulatory body was placed in charge of providing and regulating sports betting in the state by HB 725, in a similar system to Rhode Island’s. You can visit thousands of lottery retailers across the state and place wagers in person for up to $250. Alternatively, you can use the SportsBet Montana website at these locations to bet up to $1000.

Off-Track and Stadium Betting Locations

The Montana Lottery does not permit sports venues to open retail sportsbooks. However, pari-mutuel betting is legal in the state and overseen by the Montana Board of Horse Racing.

All the off-track betting (OTB) locations in the state closed down at the end of 2019 when the Board of Horse Racing didn’t renew the simulcast betting contract due to dwindling demand. This was compounded in 2020 when COVID-19 forced the state's two racetracks to shut.

Montana Responsible Gambling Resources

  • Montana National Council on Problem Gambling – Provides a list of problem gambling resources in Montana while offering a 24/7 live chat and helpline. (800) 522-4700

  • Gamblers Anonymous – Organizes anonymous meetings across the state where gamblers can go and share their experiences. It also provides a 20-question survey and a treatment program. (406) 860-8287 or (406) 431-1663

Bettors can use SportsBet Montana's self-exclusion option to close their account for a minimum of six months. Once triggered, the bettor's account will not be reactivated under any circumstances during the exclusion period. There is also the option to select a "Cool Off Period" for a minimum of 24 hours, where a user can still access their account and withdraw funds but cannot deposit or conduct any wagering activity.

Teams to Bet on in Montana

  • Pro Sports

With just over one million residents, Montana doesn’t have a large enough population to support a major league franchise. Not only that but MT is surrounded by states that also don’t have their own major sports teams. There are still plenty of sports fans in the Treasure State, but they support teams a little further away.

Here are some of the most popular teams among Montana residents:

Colorado Minnesota Washington
Denver Broncos (NFL) Minnesota Vikings (NFL) Seattle Seahawks (NFL)
Denver Nuggets (NBA) Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) Seattle Mariners (MLB)
Colorado Rockies (MLB) Minnesota Twins (MLB) Seattle Kraken (NHL)
Colorado Avalanche (NHL) Minnesota Wild (NHL)
  • Minor League Sports

Although there are no major league franchises in Montana to get behind, there are several minor league teams based in the state. If you’re a fan of ice hockey, you can watch the Bozeman Icedogs and the Helena Bighorns play in the NA3HL. The Billings Bulls also used to play in the NA3HL and won five regular season championships, but the team folded in 2017. The Missoula Bruins Jr. also played ice hockey in the state but moved to South Dakota and became the Badlands Sabres in 2021.

Three minor league baseball teams play in the Pioneer League in Montana: the Billings Mustangs, Great Falls Voyagers, and Missoula PaddleHeads. The Mustangs have won 15 league championships and ten division championships throughout their history, having previously been affiliated with the Cincinnati Reds. The Voyagers’ name and space-themed logo reference the Mariana UFO incident, and the team has won 13 division championships. The PaddleHeads spent most of their history known as the Missoula Osprey until a name change in 2019. The team has won the Pioneer League Championship five times.

  • College Sports

Montana Grizzlies: The University of Montana Grizzlies have 15 varsity teams playing in the Big Sky Conference. The school has been playing football since 1897 and has won two FCS National Championships. The basketball team has also reached the NCAA Tournament seven times.

Montana State Bobcats: As one of the biggest rodeo colleges in the US, Montana State hosted the College National Finals Rodeo for almost 30 years. The Bobcats have won eight National Team Championships and 32 individual National Championships.

  • Women’s Sports

There are no professional women's sports in Montana, but fans can get behind one of the many successful varsity teams at the Division I colleges. For example, the Grizzlies’ women's basketball team has reached the NCAA Tournament 22 times and won the Big Sky Regular Season Championship 23 times.

How Does Montana Compare to Other States?

  • Market Coverage

SportsBet Montana provides pretty good coverage with its 16 sports markets, and plenty of betting lines for the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL. You’ll also find college sports betting options for football and basketball. Surprisingly for a small platform, there is a wide variety of niche sports markets, including boxing, MMA, NASCAR, and IndyCar. You’ll even find sports that won’t always be available at major sportsbooks like cycling and Aussie Rules.

  • Competitive Odds & Prices

The odds at SportsBet Montana are relatively impressive, offering you decent value when you back moneyline favorites on sports like the MLB. With its best odds, SportsBet Montana can compete with top brands like DraftKings and FanDuel. However, most betting lines are beaten by the top US sportsbooks. MT bettors would have more competitive odds if other online sportsbooks could launch in the state.

  • Gambling Revenue

SportsBet Montana launched in March 2020, and after a slow start thanks to COVID-19 (only handling $8,485 in its first two months) has since handled $88,051,368 as of June 2022. From this betting handle, the sportsbook has taken revenue of $11,888,057. As SportsBet Montana is the only sportsbook in the state and is operated by the lottery, no official figures for how much tax has been collected have been released.

Rhode Island has a very similar system to MT, allowing its lottery regulator to run and regulate its sportsbooks. The states also have almost identical populations (both around 1.1 million). The major difference is Rhode Island players can use the lottery's sportsbook anywhere within state lines. Rhode Island has handled $1,198,000,924 and collected revenue of $102,111,233 as of June 2022. The largest betting handle in Rhode Island history was October 2021 at $60,158,844, compared to $5,570,000 in Montana.

Even considering that Rhode Island launched sports betting much earlier than Montana in November 2018, the lack of statewide sports betting is clearly a big factor in why Montana is missing out on so much revenue – especially considering the state has a more spread-out population than RI.

  • Betting Taxes

Regardless of the state where you are wagering in the US, you must declare all your betting winnings to the IRS. You must also complete a W-2G form if you win more than $600 in a year. Any sportsbook you bet with may hold up to 25% of your winnings to comply with tax rules. Alongside this, you must also include your winnings when completing your state income tax form, which in Montana varies from 1% to 6.75%.

According to the Internal Revenue Code, sportsbooks must pay a 0.25% excise tax on a federal level. Every employee involved in taking wagers incurs another $50 fee.

Who Oversees Sports Betting in Montana?

The Montana Lottery oversees sports betting in the state by operating the only online and retail sports betting system. The Lottery ensures its betting site complies with the rules set out by HB 725, providing a safe and secure system for bettors.

The Lottery partners with Intralot to provide this betting platform and runs tests and checks on its sportsbook to ensure it complies with the law. In addition, it also must ensure its lottery kiosks available across the state are operational.

FAQs

Is betting legal in Montana?

Yes, sports betting is legal in Montana. You can wager at thousands of lottery retailer locations and casinos by betting at kiosks or using the SportsBet Montana website and app.

Who governs sports betting in Montana?

The Montana Lottery provides MT’s sports betting platform and ensures that all wagering follows state regulations. SportsBet Montana, which you can use at licensed retail locations, is provided through a partnership with Intralot.

How old do you have to be to bet in Montana?

You must be 18 years old to wager in Montana, the same age you must be to play the lottery. When you visit a retail sports betting location, you must show a valid photo ID before playing.

When did sports betting launch in Montana?

SportsBet Montana launched in March 2020, but its first few months were not very successful due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The launch included betting kiosks at hundreds of locations and the SportsBet Montana site.

Where can I bet on sports in Montana?

There are thousands of lottery retailers across Montana where you can bet using kiosks or the SportsBet Montana platform. You can also visit 334 casinos where you can bet using the lottery-backed online platform.

Are sportsbooks in Montana safe?

Yes, the MT sportsbook, SportsBet Montana, is safe for all bettors to use. The Montana Lottery developed the sportsbook in partnership with Intralot, a company that has experience creating betting platforms in the US and Europe.

Do I have to pay taxes on betting winnings in Montana?

You must pay taxes on your Montana betting winnings to the IRS, filling out a W-2G form if you win more than $600. You also need to include your gambling winnings when working out your state income tax, which ranges from 1% to 6.75% in MT.

Can you play DraftKings in Montana?

No, you can’t play with DraftKings in Montana because the only legal sportsbook in MT is SportsBet Montana. You also can’t play Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) games.

Can you play FanDuel in Montana?

FanDuel is unavailable in Montana, including its sportsbooks and Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) games. You can visit Wyoming and use Fanduel to wager legally.

Can you play BetMGM in Montana?

No, you can’t use BetMGM in Montana. However, you can travel to neighboring Wyoming and download the app to wager anywhere in the state.

Can you play Caesars in Montana?

You can’t bet with Caesars in Montana, as the only licensed sportsbook is SportsBet Montana. The closest state you can use Caesars is Washington if you visit the Muckleshoot Casino.

Can you play TwinSpires in Montana?

Yes, you can use the TwinSpires online horse race betting site to wager on races across the US and worldwide. However, you can’t use the brand's sportsbook as it is not licensed in Montana.

Which sportsbooks will be available in Montana in the future?

It is unclear which sportsbooks will launch in Montana as the state has shown no interest in expanding its sports betting offering. Major brands operating in nearby states like FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM will be favorites if this changes.