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Unit 26.
Strategic hunting guide for Game Management Unit 26. Real-time fire updates, public land boundaries, and confirmed season dates.
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Unlock Field MapsTerrainForest/Mountains
OwnershipLand breakdown unavailable
Access DifficultySee IDFG
Key SpeciesBlack Bear
Season TypeGeneral & Controlled
ZoneMiddle Fork
Unit 26 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 26 (GMU 26) is a premier hunting destination located in the Middle Fork 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 26 is not yet integrated into our database — verify acreage with Idaho Fish and Game's Hunt Planner before scouting.
2025 Regular Schedule
Official Regulation Feed
Species
Weapon
Tag
Dates
Restricted
Any Weapon
Regular Tag
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Any Weapon
Regular Tag
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Any Weapon
Regular Tag
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Any Weapon
Regular Tag
Oct 10 - Closed
Restricted
Any Weapon
Regular Tag
Oct 10 - Closed
There are 12 confirmed seasons in Unit 26.
View Full SchedulePrepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 26 requires understanding the forest/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
Common Questions
Where is Unit 26?
Located in the Middle Fork Zone with forest/mountains terrain.
Is it public land?
Unit 26 is approximately 99.7% public. See full breakdown below.
Unit 26 Boundary
Those portions of IDAHO and VALLEY COUNTIES within the drainage of Big Creek (tributary to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River).
Middle Fork Zone Context
Central Idaho — Middle Fork Salmon Drainage
The Middle Fork zone is wilderness elk hunting via the Middle Fork of the Salmon River — much of it accessible only by raft, jet boat, pack stock, or floatplane. Elk numbers are moderate but pressure is minimal, and the experience is exceptional for those committed to the logistics.
Float-in camps and outfitted trips dominate. DIY non-stock-supported hunts are uncommon for good reason. Stanley and Salmon are launch points.
See all units in the Middle Fork ZonePlanning
Primary Region
McCall / Weiser
Nearest Supplies
Hunters typically basecamp or resupply in McCall, Council, Cascade.
Climate Outlook
High alpine granite peaks to deep river gorges. Access can be difficult due to snow.
Authorities
Always verify regulations with official government entities before heading into the backcountry.
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Season dates and tag rules sourced from Idaho Fish and Game proclamations. Original IDFG entry for Unit 26: view source.