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South Hills Elk Zone
Idaho GMU 46
Strategic hunting data, boundary maps, and 2026 season dates for Game Management Unit 46.
Updated for 2026 Season
TerrainSage Steppe/Mountain
OwnershipMostly Private
Access DifficultyHigh (Restricted)
Key SpeciesPronghorn
Season TypeControlled Only
ZoneSouth Hills
Unit 46 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 46 (GMU 46) is a premier hunting destination located in the South Hills Elk Zone. Home to Pronghorn, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Unit 46 is comprised largely of private land (100%), making map study and boundary awareness essential for avoiding trespass.
Landscape Analysis
Land Ownership
U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM)70.04%
Private18.11%
U.S. Military6.75%
State of Idaho4.19%
U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (BOR)0.37%
Vegetation & Cover
Rangeland83.84%
Irrigated-Gravity Flow6.46%
Irrigated-Sprinkler6.04%
Riparian2.61%
Urban0.72%
Designated Wilderness Areas
Contains Bruneau-Jarbridge Rivers Wilderness (30,147 acres).No motorized access permitted.
Official Boundary Description
Those portions of ELMORE, OWYHEE, and TWIN FALLS COUNTIES within the following boundary: beginning at the State Highway 51 bridge on the Snake River, then upstream (INCLUDING ALL ISLANDS) to the Gridley Bridge across the Snake River near Hagerman, then southeast on U.S. 30 to U.S. 93, then south on U.S. 93 to Rogerson, then southwest on the Rogerson-Three Creek-Jarbidge Road to the Jarbidge River, then downstream to the West Fork of the Bruneau River, then downstream to the Bruneau River, then downstream to State Highway 51, then north on State Highway 51 to the Snake River, the point of beginning. THREE ISLAND STATE PARK AND ALL SNAKE RIVER ISLANDS BETWEEN THE GLENNS FERRY BRIDGE AND THE SLICK BRIDGE-CLOSED.
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2026 Regular Schedule
Seasons in Unit 46 typically begin in Sep 25.
There are 3 confirmed seasons in Unit 46.
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Common Questions About Unit 46
Where is Idaho GMU 46?
Unit 46 is located in the South Hills Elk Zone. The landscape is predominantly sage steppe/mountain, requiring appropriate gear and preparation.
Is Unit 46 beginner friendly?
This unit can be challenging for beginners due to mixed land ownership and complex boundaries. Always prioritize safety and planning.
Are offline maps useful in GMU 46?
Yes. Cell service is often limited or non-existent in the core hunting areas of Unit 46. Having saved offline maps is critical for safety and staying on legal ground.
Is Unit 46 mostly public land?
The unit is mostly private. Careful attention to property boundaries is required.
Other Units in the South Hills Zone
Season and regulatory information sourced from Idaho Fish and Game proclamations. Land ownership data compiled from public records. Maps generated by Roam Idaho.
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Terrain Breakdown
Key Insight
Predominantly Sage Steppe/Mountain
Prepare for steep elevation and spot-and-stalk tactics.
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Land Access
Access Intel
Mostly Private
Requires map study.
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