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Strategic hunting guide for Game Management Unit 18. Real-time fire updates, public land boundaries, and confirmed season dates.

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TerrainRugged Mountains
OwnershipMostly Private
Access DifficultyHigh (Restricted)
Key SpeciesBlack Bear
Season TypeGeneral & Controlled
ZoneHells Canyon

Unit 18 Overview

Idaho Game Management Unit 18 (GMU 18) is a premier hunting destination located in the Hells Canyon Elk Zone. Home to Black Bear, Gray Wolf, Mountain Lion, White-tailed Deer, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Unit 18 is comprised largely of private land (100%), making map study and boundary awareness essential for avoiding trespass.

2025 Regular Schedule

Official Regulation Feed

Species
Dates
Restricted
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Oct 10 - Closed

There are 9 confirmed seasons in Unit 18.

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Prepare for the Hunt

Success in Unit 18 requires understanding the rugged mountains terrain and public land boundaries. Roam Idaho Members get access to offline maps, allowing you to navigate confidently without cell service.

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  • Real-time Fire Closures
  • Private Land Ownership
  • Access Point Coordinates
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Common Questions

Where is Unit 18?
Located in the Hells Canyon Zone with rugged mountains terrain.
Is it public land?
Unit 18 is 0% public land.

Common Questions
about Unit 18

Which Elk Zone is Unit 18 in?

Unit 18 is part of the Hells Canyon Elk Zone.

Is there public land in Unit 18?

Yes, Unit 18 is approximately 0% public land.

Prepare for the Hunt

Success in Unit 18 requires understanding the rugged mountains terrain and public land boundaries. Roam Idaho Members get access to offline maps, allowing you to navigate confidently without cell service.

  • Offline Boundary Maps
  • Real-time Fire Closures
  • Private Land Ownership
  • Access Point Coordinates
Get Field Access

Planning

Primary Region
Clearwater & Nez Perce
Nearest Supplies
Hunters typically basecamp or resupply in Lewiston, Orofino, Grangeville.
Climate Outlook
Steep, rugged canyons and dense forests. River valleys are mild, high country is severe.

Authorities

Always verify regulations with official government entities before heading into the backcountry.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National ForestsIDFG Big Game RegulationsIdaho BLM Office

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