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Dworshak Elk Zone
Idaho GMU 10A
Strategic hunting data, boundary maps, and 2026 season dates for Game Management Unit 10A.
Updated for 2026 Season
TerrainRugged Mountains
OwnershipLand breakdown unavailable
Access DifficultySee IDFG
Key SpeciesBlack Bear
Season TypeGeneral & Controlled
ZoneDworshak
Unit 10A Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 10A (GMU 10A) is a premier hunting destination located in the Dworshak Elk Zone. Home to Black Bear, Deer, Elk, Gray Wolf, Mountain Lion, White-tailed Deer, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Public-land breakdown for Unit 10A is not yet integrated into our database — verify acreage with Idaho Fish and Game's Hunt Planner before scouting.
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2026 Regular Schedule
Seasons in Unit 10A typically begin in Oct 10.
There are 16 confirmed seasons in Unit 10A.
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Unit 10A Boundary
Those portions of SHOSHONE, IDAHO and CLEARWATER COUNTIES within the following boundary: beginning at the mouth of the North Fork of the Clearwater River along the southern shoreline, upstream to Dworshak Dam, then up Dworshak Reservoir along the southern shoreline to Dent Bridge, then north on Elk River Road to Elk River, then north on Elk Creek Road (Forest Service Road 382) to Hemlock Butte, then north along the watershed divide between the St. Maries and Little North Fork of the Clearwater Rivers over Stony Butte to White Rock Springs, then east on Gold Center-Roundtop Road (Forest Service Road 301) to Goat Idah
Dworshak Zone Context
North-Central Idaho — Reservoir Country
Dworshak wraps the reservoir of the same name, with steep timbered drainages and a lake-edge ecology that supports both elk and bear. The zone's reputation is mid-tier — fewer bulls than Lolo or Selway but easier draws.
Many trailheads are reached by water; a small boat or shuttle changes what's huntable. Orofino is the supply hub.
See all units in the Dworshak ZoneCommon Questions About Unit 10A
Where is Idaho GMU 10A?
Unit 10A sits in the Dworshak Elk Zone. The landscape is predominantly rugged mountains, requiring appropriate gear and preparation.
What species can I hunt in Unit 10A?
Unit 10A has open seasons for Deer, White-tailed Deer, Elk, Black Bear, Mountain Lion. Confirm season dates and weapon legality with Idaho Fish and Game before applying or buying tags.
Are offline maps useful in GMU 10A?
Yes. Cell service is often limited or non-existent in the core hunting areas of Unit 10A. Having saved offline maps is critical for safety and staying on legal ground.
Is Unit 10A mostly public land?
Unit 10A is approximately 48.4% public (mixed public/private). Map study and boundary awareness are essential to avoid trespass.
Land Ownership Breakdown
Private49.14%
USFS23.54%
State23.46%
BLM1.05%
Tribal0.97%
Other0.4%
Source: IDFG Hunt Planner · Inside Idaho.
Season and regulatory information sourced from Idaho Fish and Game proclamations. Land ownership data compiled from public records. Maps generated by Roam Idaho.
Terrain Breakdown
Key Insight
Predominantly Rugged Mountains
Prepare for steep elevation and spot-and-stalk tactics.
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Land Access
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Mixed Public/Private
Requires map study.
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