Idaho
Unit 40.
Strategic hunting guide for Game Management Unit 40. Real-time fire updates, public land boundaries, and confirmed season dates.
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Unlock Field MapsUnit 40 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 40 (GMU 40) is a premier hunting destination located in the Owyhee Elk Zone. Home to Pronghorn, this unit features open sagebrush steppe, where stalking prowess and early morning glassing are critical. Unit 40 is comprised largely of private land (100%), making map study and boundary awareness essential for avoiding trespass.
2025 Regular Schedule
Official Regulation Feed
There are 3 confirmed seasons in Unit 40.
View Full SchedulePrepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 40 requires understanding the high desert/canyon 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
Common Questions
about Unit 40
Which Elk Zone is Unit 40 in?
Unit 40 is part of the Owyhee Elk Zone.
Is there public land in Unit 40?
Yes, Unit 40 is approximately 0% public land.
Prepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 40 requires understanding the high desert/canyon 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
Planning
Authorities
Always verify regulations with official government entities before heading into the backcountry.
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Roam Idaho provides the most accurate private land and public access data for Idaho Unit 40. Stop guessing where the boundary line is. Our Pro maps include offline caching, ensuring you stay legal when the service cuts out.