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Diamond Creek Elk Zone
Idaho GMU 76
Strategic hunting data, boundary maps, and 2026 season dates for Game Management Unit 76.
Updated for 2026 Season
TerrainForest/Mountains
OwnershipLand breakdown unavailable
Access DifficultySee IDFG
Key SpeciesPronghorn
Season TypeControlled Only
ZoneDiamond Creek
Unit 76 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 76 (GMU 76) is a premier hunting destination located in the Diamond Creek Elk Zone. Home to Pronghorn, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Public-land breakdown for Unit 76 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 76 typically begin in Aug 15.
There are 1 confirmed seasons in Unit 76.
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Unit 76 Boundary
Those portions of BEAR LAKE and CARIBOU COUNTIES within the following boundary: beginning at U.S. 89 on the Idaho-Utah State line, then north to Montpelier, then north on U.S. 30 to Soda Springs, then northeast on State Highway 34 to the Idaho-Wyoming State line, then south on the Idaho-Wyoming State line to the Idaho-Utah State line, then west on the Idaho-Utah State line to the point of beginning.
Diamond Creek Zone Context
Southeastern Idaho — Caribou Range
Diamond Creek covers the Caribou Range east of Soda Springs — high sagebrush parks, aspen pockets, and intermittent timber. Elk populations are moderate and tend to be visible from glassing knobs.
Soda Springs and Afton (Wyoming) are the realistic resupply points. Snow can close upper roads quickly.
See all units in the Diamond Creek ZoneCommon Questions About Unit 76
Where is Idaho GMU 76?
Unit 76 sits in the Diamond Creek Elk Zone. The landscape is predominantly forest/mountains, requiring appropriate gear and preparation.
What species can I hunt in Unit 76?
Unit 76 has open seasons for multiple big-game species. Confirm season dates and weapon legality with Idaho Fish and Game before applying or buying tags.
Are offline maps useful in GMU 76?
Yes. Cell service is often limited or non-existent in the core hunting areas of Unit 76. Having saved offline maps is critical for safety and staying on legal ground.
Is Unit 76 mostly public land?
Unit 76 is approximately 54.2% public (mixed public/private). That gives DIY hunters meaningful range for scouting and stalking without trespass risk.
Land Ownership Breakdown
USFS42.99%
Private39.84%
BLM7.27%
State3.89%
Tribal0.07%
Other0.02%
Source: IDFG Hunt Planner · Inside Idaho.
Other Units in the Diamond Creek Zone
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 Forest/Mountains
Prepare for steep elevation and spot-and-stalk tactics.
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Land Access
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Mixed Public/Private
Great for DIY roaming.
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