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Unit 44.

Strategic hunting guide for Game Management Unit 44. Real-time fire updates, public land boundaries, and confirmed season dates.

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TerrainSage Steppe/Mountain
OwnershipMostly Private
Access DifficultyHigh (Restricted)
Key SpeciesPronghorn
Season TypeControlled Only
ZoneSmoky - Bennett

Unit 44 Overview

Idaho Game Management Unit 44 (GMU 44) is a premier hunting destination located in the Smoky - Bennett Elk Zone. Home to Pronghorn, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Unit 44 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 4 confirmed seasons in Unit 44.

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Prepare for the Hunt

Success in Unit 44 requires understanding the sage steppe/mountain 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 44?
Located in the Smoky - Bennett Zone with sage steppe/mountain terrain.
Is it public land?
Unit 44 is 0% public land.

Common Questions
about Unit 44

Which Elk Zone is Unit 44 in?

Unit 44 is part of the Smoky - Bennett Elk Zone.

Is there public land in Unit 44?

Yes, Unit 44 is approximately 0% public land.

Prepare for the Hunt

Success in Unit 44 requires understanding the sage steppe/mountain 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
Southwest Highlands
Nearest Supplies
Hunters typically basecamp or resupply in Boise, Mountain Home, Garden Valley.
Climate Outlook
Varied transition zone. Sagebrush foothills to pine-covered mountains.

Authorities

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

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