No other state in the lower 48 has as much big game hunting variety and quality as Idaho. Idaho is sparsely populated with huge areas of forests, canyons, and mountain wildernesses. Idaho seasons generally run from 20-65 days. Hunter congestion remains rare.

Idaho's elk herds are renowned. An Idaho elk hunt offers the opportunity to experience real nature and wilderness, spend time with family or friends, and harvest a nice animal. Idaho's percentage of older bulls presents a unique trophy hunting opportunity in the west.

Whitetail deer populations in Idaho have also grown. Their distribution, concentrated in forested areas of northern Idaho, has expanded in recent years. Idaho's mule deer populations are very strong and growing. Mountain lion populations are extremely strong. Record book cougars have been taken recently. Moose hunting is on the rise. Bighorn sheep, mountain goat, and antelope hunts are in high demand. Idaho continues to offer outstanding black bear hunting in fall and spring.