At a Glance
243Square Miles
90%Public Land
500 - 1,000Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Be prepared to encounter grizzlies
- Keep food and game meat out of reach of bears
- Pack a fly rod for trout fishing in Henry's Fork
Hunters discussing Idaho's Unit 62A appreciate its diverse terrain, which provides opportunities for spotting elk, deer, and other game throughout various parts of the unit. Many note the importance of understanding the area's changing weather patterns and how these can affect game movement and visibility during hunting seasons. Experienced hunters suggest scouting the region well ahead of time to locate prime spots and adapt to the unit's challenging access points characterized by dense forests and steep landscapes. Overall, the consensus among hunters is that preparation and adaptability are key to success in Unit 62A, ensuring a rewarding hunting experience.
Mule deer, whitetail and elk are hunted in this unit, which borders Yellowstone National Park and features a series of forested mesas and buttes in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest northeast of Ashton.
Comparatively easy to negotiate, this unit is mostly flat to moderately steep, but elk and deer are hard to spot because of dense cover. Hunters have better success during seasons that correspond with the elk rut and the deer rut and usually harvest small bucks. Most deer tags and archery elk tags are sold over-the-counter. The limited tag late deer rifle season offers better hunting.