Idaho
Unit 56.
Strategic hunting guide for Game Management Unit 56. Real-time fire updates, public land boundaries, and confirmed season dates.
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Unlock Field MapsUnit 56 Overview
Idaho Game Management Unit 56 (GMU 56) is a premier hunting destination located in the South Hills Elk Zone. Home to Deer, Elk, Gray Wolf, Mountain Lion, this unit features high-elevation rugged terrain, requiring physical preparation and optics for cross-canyon spotting. Unit 56 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 9 confirmed seasons in Unit 56.
View Full SchedulePrepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 56 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
Common Questions
about Unit 56
Which Elk Zone is Unit 56 in?
Unit 56 is part of the South Hills Elk Zone.
Is there public land in Unit 56?
Yes, Unit 56 is approximately 0% public land.
Prepare for the Hunt
Success in Unit 56 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
Planning
Authorities
Always verify regulations with official government entities before heading into the backcountry.
Roam Idaho provides the most accurate private land and public access data for Idaho Unit 56. Stop guessing where the boundary line is. Our Pro maps include offline caching, ensuring you stay legal when the service cuts out.