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Unit 52.
Planning guide for Game Management Unit 52, with sourced terrain, public-land percentages, published schedules, and links to the connected Pro map.
Boundary Map Locked
Pro includes the interactive GMU map, BLM surface-management context, terrain tools, and current wildfire overlays for Unit 52.
See Pro pricingTerrainSage Steppe/Mountain
OwnershipLand breakdown unavailable
Access DifficultySee IDFG
Key SpeciesPronghorn
Season TypeControlled Only
ZoneSmoky - Bennett
Unit 52 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 52 (GMU 52) 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. Public-land breakdown for Unit 52 is not yet integrated into our database — verify acreage with Idaho Fish and Game's Hunt Planner before scouting.
2026 Regular Schedule
Official Regulation Feed
Species
Weapon
Tag
Dates
Pronghorn
Any Weapon • Controlled
Any Weapon
Controlled
Sep 25 - Oct 24
Prepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 52 requires understanding the sage steppe/mountain terrain and public land boundaries. Use Roam Idaho for connected trip planning, then carry an official offline map before leaving service.
- GMU Boundary Overlay
- BLM Surface-management Context
- Current Wildfire Overlay
- Slope, Road, and Wind Tools
Common Questions
Where is Unit 52?
Located in the Smoky - Bennett Zone with sage steppe/mountain terrain.
Is it public land?
Unit 52 is approximately 68.3% public. See full breakdown below.
Unit 52 Boundary
Those portions of BLAINE, CAMAS, GOODING, AND LINCOLN COUNTIES within the following boundary: beginning at Gooding, then north on State Highway 46 to U.S. 20, then east on U.S. 20 to Carey, then southwest on U.S. 93 to Shoshone, then west on U.S. 26 to the point of beginning.
Smoky - Bennett Zone Context
South-Central Idaho — Smoky Mountains
Smoky-Bennett covers the country between Fairfield and the Sawtooths — a quieter, less-visited block of national forest. Elk densities are moderate but pressure is much lower than the adjoining Sawtooth zone.
Fairfield is the closest supply. Many of the high basins are accessible only by long forest roads.
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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.