At a Glance
402Square Miles
79.6%Public Land
4,100 - 10,000Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Steelhead fishing in the nearby Salmon River
- Trout fishing in the Lemhi River
- Keep food and game away from grizzlies and black bears
Hunters discussing Idaho's Unit 30 highlight its challenging terrain and varied game populations. They note that understanding the unit's topography is crucial for successful hunts, especially considering the area's dense cover, which can make spotting game difficult. Many emphasize the importance of scouting well before the season and recommend focusing on water sources as key locations for spotting game. Overall, experienced hunters suggest that patience and adaptability are essential, particularly given the unpredictable movement patterns of deer and elk in this unit.
This is a narrow unit tucked between the Lemhi River and the Montana line. This area holds high numbers of elk, mule deer, whitetail and antelope.
A special early October rifle season can be a good time for hunters to try for elk. There is a limited tag extended rifle season for big mule deer and a late whitetail season for hunters with short-range weapons.