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Idaho
Unit 50.
Strategic hunting guide for Game Management Unit 50. Real-time fire updates, public land boundaries, and confirmed season dates.
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Unlock Field MapsTerrainSage Steppe/Mountain
OwnershipLand breakdown unavailable
Access DifficultySee IDFG
Key SpeciesPronghorn
Season TypeControlled Only
ZonePioneer
Unit 50 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 50 (GMU 50) is a premier hunting destination located in the Pioneer Elk Zone. Home to Pronghorn, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Public-land breakdown for Unit 50 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 1 confirmed seasons in Unit 50.
View Full SchedulePrepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 50 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
Common Questions
Where is Unit 50?
Located in the Pioneer Zone with sage steppe/mountain terrain.
Is it public land?
Unit 50 is approximately 82.6% public. See full breakdown below.
Land Ownership
USFS50.62%
BLM29.31%
Private17.43%
State1.66%
NPS0.97%
Source: IDFG Hunt Planner · Inside Idaho
Unit 50 Boundary
Those portions of BLAINE, BUTTE, and CUSTER COUNTIES within the Big Lost River drainage north of U.S. 2026 and State Highway 33, and the area east of the watershed divide between Copper Creek and Cottonwood Creek (intersecting U.S. 20-26 at milepost 221.2) and north of U.S. 20-26.
Pioneer Zone Context
South-Central Idaho — Pioneer Mountains
The Pioneer zone covers the range east of Sun Valley — high alpine basins, exposed ridgelines, and a mix of public and ranch land. Trail Creek and the Copper Basin road network are the primary access corridors.
Ketchum, Mackay, and Carey are the staging towns. Many drainages require a 4WD high-clearance vehicle to reach trailheads.
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Primary Region
Magic Valley & Sawtooths
Nearest Supplies
Hunters typically basecamp or resupply in Twin Falls, Hailey, Gooding.
Climate Outlook
Iconic jagged peaks and high valleys. Early winters and cold nights.
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 50: view source.