2017 and 2018 Big Game Seasons and Rules
Notice: These rules are valid through June 30, 2019 for big game seasons in Idaho. For 2019 and 2020 seasons, please visit 2019 and 2020 big game seasons and rules.
2017 and 2018 Big Game Seasons and Rules
Including Controlled Hunts for Deer, Elk, Pronghorn and Black Bear
– Full booklet, pages 1-120 [PDF, 9.1 MB]
Notice: Fees and rules may change. It is your responsibility to be aware of changes since these seasons and rules were printed. Please see the fee schedules in the License, Tag and Permit Fees section for current prices.
Sections:
- Intro Information — Table of Contents, Getting Started / What's New, Key Dates
– Pages 1-7 [PDF, 1.2 MB] - Deer General Seasons
– Pages 8-18 [PDF, 2.1 MB]- Deer Controlled Hunt Seasons
– Pages 19-30 [PDF, 1.8 MB]
- Deer Controlled Hunt Seasons
- Elk General Zone Seasons
– Pages 32-45 [PDF, 3.6 MB]- Elk Controlled Hunt Seasons
– Pages 46-61 [PDF, 1.7 MB]
- Elk Controlled Hunt Seasons
- Pronghorn Controlled Hunts
– Pages 62-66 [PDF, 820 KB] - Black Bear Seasons
– Pages 67-72 [PDF, 579 KB] - Mountain Lion Seasons
– Pages 73-75 [PDF, 348 KB] -
Gray Wolf Seasons
– Pages 76-81 [PDF, 802 KB]Note: Updated 4/2/2019 reflecting changes to spring 2019 seasons.
- Unit Map and Unit Boundary Descriptions — Bighorn Sheep Raffle
– Pages 82-94 [PDF, 1.3 MB] - General Wildlife Laws — Trespass, Weapons, Hound Hunting, Proxy Statement, Trails, ATV's, Right of Way
– Pages 95-105 & 116 [PDF, 1.3 MB] - License, Tag and Permit Fees
– Pages 112-120 [PDF, 1.5 KB]
Key Dates for Big Game Controlled Hunts
- 1st controlled hunt application period May 1 - June 5.
- Successful 1st draw applicants will be notified by July 10.
- 2nd controlled hunt application period August 5-15.
- Leftover tags from the 2nd drawing go on sale August 25.
After a Successful Hunt
- Big Game Field Dressing
- Backcountry Game Meat Care Guide
- Fill Out A Hunt Report – whether you have a successful hunt or not, please report on your hunt.
Other Rules Information
- Idaho Fish & Game strongly encourages wearing hunter orange as a voluntary safety measure. See the Hunter Orange Policy – [PDF, 16 KB]
- Idaho's Amphibians and Reptiles – Rules for collection, possession and permitting – [PDF, 650 KB]
- Marijuana on Public Lands – What you should know when hunting in the field