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Bear River Elk Zone
Idaho GMU 77
Strategic hunting data, boundary maps, and 2026 season dates for Game Management Unit 77.
Updated for 2026 Season
TerrainForest/Mountains
OwnershipLand breakdown unavailable
Access DifficultySee IDFG
Key SpeciesBlack Bear
Season TypeGeneral & Controlled
ZoneBear River
Unit 77 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 77 (GMU 77) is a premier hunting destination located in the Bear River Elk Zone. Home to Black Bear, Deer, Elk, Gray Wolf, Mountain Lion, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Public-land breakdown for Unit 77 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 77 typically begin in Oct 10.
There are 14 confirmed seasons in Unit 77.
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Unit 77 Boundary
That portion of FRANKLIN COUNTY within the following boundary: beginning at U.S. 91 on the Idaho-Utah State line, then north to Preston, then north on State Highway 34 to Cleveland Bridge, then south on the county road to Maple Grove Hot Springs, then east on Hot Springs-Strawberry Canyon Road to Strawberry Canyon-Emigration Canyon Road, then south on Highline Trail (Forest Service Trail 316) to Danish Pass (Forest Service Road 415), then west on (Forest Service Road 415), then south on Franklin Basin Road to the Idaho-Utah State line, then west on the state line to the point of beginning.
Bear River Zone Context
Southeastern Idaho — Bear River Range
The Bear River zone covers the range straddling the Idaho-Utah border. Mixed conifer and aspen at elevation, sage benches below. Elk presence is migratory and tied to weather.
Preston and Montpelier are the staging towns. Cross-border travel is common — check both states' rules if you'll cross.
See all units in the Bear River ZoneCommon Questions About Unit 77
Where is Idaho GMU 77?
Unit 77 sits in the Bear River Elk Zone. The landscape is predominantly forest/mountains, requiring appropriate gear and preparation.
What species can I hunt in Unit 77?
Unit 77 has open seasons for 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 77?
Yes. Cell service is often limited or non-existent in the core hunting areas of Unit 77. Having saved offline maps is critical for safety and staying on legal ground.
Is Unit 77 mostly public land?
Unit 77 is approximately 46.2% public (mixed public/private). Map study and boundary awareness are essential to avoid trespass.
Land Ownership Breakdown
Private52.57%
USFS41.67%
BLM3.69%
State0.86%
Source: IDFG Hunt Planner · Inside Idaho.
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Terrain Breakdown
Key Insight
Predominantly Forest/Mountains
Prepare for steep elevation and spot-and-stalk tactics.
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Mixed Public/Private
Requires map study.
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