Idaho Hunting Seasons & Prices
2026 big-game season dates and license/tag prices.
Idaho sets its hunting seasons by hunt unit or area rather than as a single statewide calendar, so dates vary by where you hunt. License and tag prices are below. Nonresident tags range from $351.75 to $651.75, with resident tags starting around $19.75.
Planning reference only — always confirm dates and prices with the state wildlife agency before applying, buying a license, or hunting.
Season dates
Idaho's hunting seasons are set per hunt unit/area, so there's no single statewide season. Look up unit-specific dates on the Idaho hunt planner →.
License & tag prices
| Species | Resident | Nonresident | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk | $30.75 | $651.75 | |
| Mule deer | $19.75 | $351.75 |
Tag prices shown; a hunting license (resident $15.75 / nonresident $185) is also required. Nonresident general deer/elk tags are now issued by a random draw.
Source: Idaho Fish & Game 2026 fees (idfg.idaho.gov)
Idaho hunt units
Explore harvest history, success rates, and draw odds by unit.
📊 Idaho harvest trends
How Idaho's harvest has moved season to season, from official state reports.
- Mountain goat40 in 2025+14.3%
- Pronghorn1,440 in 2025-10.9%
- Elk19,853 in 2025+3.2%
- Moose435 in 2025+1.4%
- Mule deer43,900 in 2025-0.5%