Idaho is a top state for Mt Lion hunting with 450 or more cats harvested each year. Bearpaw Outfitters hunt some of Idaho's most productive cougar hunting areas. The excitement of the chase, getting to where the hounds have caught and treed the cat, and then getting up close and personal to these elusive predators is a thrill that every hunter must experience. Hunting and trapping for Wolf/Lion/Bobcat is also offered in north Idaho.
This is a beautiful scenic western mountain area with 700+ square miles of hunting territory near Pocatello Idaho, but it's only 2.5 hours drive from the Salt Lake Airport. Abundant mule deer and elk herds in this area support a robust mountain lion population.
An aggressive hunt covering many miles of prime cougar territory with experienced guides, the best equipment, and top hunting hounds! We'll get up early in the morning and go searching for fresh lion tracks each day. This is our most successful lion hunt.
4x4 trucks, UTV's, or snowmobiles are used to search mountain roads for fresh tracks. When the right tracks are found the hounds are released and the chase begins. When the lion climbs a tree to escape the dogs the hunters hike in from the nearest road.
Check Available Dates and send a 50% Deposit with an Application or click the "Book Now" button to make the deposit and book the trip.
A hunting license and Mt Lion tag cost $399.50, wolf tags are $41.75, no additional tag is needed for bobcat or coyote. Licenses are available Online Here or over the counter at locations in nearly every Idaho town. Licenses are valid Jan 1 to Dec 31 each year.
Mature toms can weigh 140 pounds or more and measure 8' to 9' when skinned. Bearpaw Outfitters have taken many record size cougar, the largest scaled 205 pounds, measured 9 1/2', scored 15 11/16, and was the P&Y World Record (photo above).
Multiple tracks are found on nearly every hunt, we prefer passing small lions to find good toms. We can estimate the sex and size of lions found by the characteristics of the tracks. It's your choice which cats we chase and which cat you shoot.
Hunts are guided 1x1. Two hunters wanting to hunt together can stay together with one guide and the other guide will stay in close contact regarding any cat tracks found. Comfortable indoor lodging and meals are included with your hunt.
Buy changeable airline tickets to Salt Lake City, so if weather is looking bad we can change your hunt dates to a better time, or you may kill early and then you could leave early if desired.
Arrive about 4pm the day before your hunt. Plan to depart the late evening or the morning after your hunt ends. Call Dale a few days before leaving to confirm current weather conditions.
Guides skin the cat, IDFG will seal the hide, freeze the hide and desired meat in a cooler, tape the lid, mark with name, address, phone, and check in as extra baggage if flying.
Weather can vary, be prepared for cold snowy weather and have rain gear in case there is rain. Remember to check the Weather Forecast before leaving for your hunt.
Bring your Personal Gear with clothing suitable for cold snowy weather, .223 caliber or larger rifle sighted dead on at 50 yards, and any special snacks or drinks you prefer.
Not Included: Personal gear, license fees, sales tax, travel costs, taxidermy, meat processing & shipping, gratuities, and items not listed as being included. Orange is not required.