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“Southeast Idaho Mule Deer Hunting & Elk Hunting”

Southeast Idaho is known for its trophy Mule Deer hunting and there’s also great Elk hunting. Several of the largest mule deer bucks taken in Idaho have come from Southeast Idaho. (see Idaho Records)   A few trophy Mule Deer with nearly 30” or larger racks are still being taken most years. During the 2006 season a 31” 6x8 non-typical Mule Deer and a 352 gross bull Elk were taken by Bearpaw Outfitters hunters.

      There’s also excellent Shiras Moose hunting, Cougar hunting (Mt. Lion), and exciting Forest Grouse hunting. Local waters provide great Fishing for cutthroat, rainbow, brook trout, walleye, and bass. Best of all, licenses are available over the counter for most trips.

Location:   This large hunting area is over 50 miles across and includes much of Franklin, Caribou, Bannock, and Oneida counties in Fish & Game Units 73, 74, 75, 77, & 78 which are near Bear Lake in southeast Idaho.

      The area is about halfway between Yellowstone Park in Wyoming and Salt Lake City, Utah and is one of the most scenic mountain areas in the west with its unusual mix of aspen, evergreens, maple, and juniper trees broken by natural sage openings.

Your outfitter, Dale Denney has been guiding hunters in SE Idaho for 10 years. With 30 years of outfitting experience in several states, Bearpaw Outfitters have endured the test of time. Dale and his crew of experienced guides have outfitted hunters from around the world, of all ages and backgrounds. Regardless of your age or amount of hunting experience, Bearpaw Outfitters have a hunt that’s just right for you.

Mountain Lodge facilities include cooked meals and lounging in the common rooms of the lodge, comfortable rooms with Jacuzzi bathtubs, and it’s only about 20 minutes to the hunting area. Groups of up to 12 can be easily accommodated.

Motel “Town Hunt”:   The motel is near shopping, restaurants, and other activities, yet within 40 minutes of the hunting area. Bearpaw Outfitters will provide your room and will pick you up and return you to your room each day. Restaurant meals are not included with the Motel “Town Hunt” so budget about $30 per day for your meals.

Tent Camps that are accessible by auto are offered in the mountains for several species of game. You have a choice of Full Service Camps with meals included or Drop Camps where you are on your own.

Horseback Drop Camps are offered for mule deer and elk hunting. Drop camps are perfect for small groups of 2 to 6 hunters who want to be on their own. Drop camps can be reserved for up to 10 days.

The Terrain depending on camp location may vary from mountain foothills and rolling mountain basins to mountain ridges with remote rugged canyons for hunters who like to hunt those types of areas. There are good proportions of mixed forests with plenty of natural openings for glassing.

Hunting methods often include spotting and glassing from vantage points, spot & stalk, watching game trails and feeding areas, and sitting at waterholes. Horses are available, but are not used on all hunts.

Physical condition is important for hiking into the distant or rugged areas. Bearpaw Outfitters can also accommodate hunters with physical limitations by sitting and watching feeding areas, waterholes, hunting old logging roads, or by using ATV’s or horses to get hunters into more remote areas.

Guided or Unguided Hunts are available for most species with various accommodations included.

Hunting Licenses:  Licenses are sold over the counter for mule deer, elk, cougar, forest grouse, and predators, but moose licenses are a limited draw. Special youth licenses (even non-residents) cost about $10 to $40.

Hunter Education is required for all hunters born after Jan 1, 1975.

Hunter Orange is not required in Idaho, but Bearpaw Outfitters recommend orange for rifle hunts.

Equipment List:  All hunts do not require all items on the list; ask about any item you are not sure of.

Salt Lake City Airport is the closest major airport and is less than a 3 hour drive from Bearpaw Outfitters. Check for Airline Flights and Rental Cars.

Driving Directions vary depending on where animals are seen while scouting in the late summer and where camps are set. There are numerous options for camps and you will be notified with specific driving directions before you leave for your hunt.

Taxidermy and meat processing are available locally for a fee, or you may choose to transport your trophy and carcass home. Meat processing is usually done in a day or two.

References:  Please contact past hunters (call for a list) and ask them about their hunting experience with Bearpaw Outfitters.

To Book Hunts:   Please use the convenient “Hunt Application” to request a hunt, or the “Hunt Info Request Form” to ask additional questions, or give Bearpaw Outfitters a call at 509-684-6294.

      Dale & Tara invite you to come and experience one of the best hunts of your lifetime, just as many past hunters have.

      Thanks & Good Hunting,

Dale & Tara Denney