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2026 Regulation Guide

Idaho Hunting
Season Dates.

We've digitized the 2026 Idaho regulation book. Below is a summary of key dates for over-the-counter tags and controlled hunt applications.

General Seasons

Over-the-counter tags

Archery Elk

Most Zones

Aug 30 - Sep 30

Rifle Elk

General A/B Tags

Oct 15 - Nov 8

General Mule Deer

General Regular

Oct 10 - Oct 24

Spring Bear

General Season

Apr 15 - Jun 15

Controlled Hunts

Draw Deadlines

Deer / Elk / Antelope

Application Period

May 1 - Jun 5

Moose / Sheep / Goat

Application Period

Apr 1 - Apr 30

Super Hunt

First Drawing

May 31

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