Unit 16 in Idaho is noted for its challenging terrain, which can impact access and mobility during hunts. Many users highlight the importance of pre-season scouting to familiarize with the area's dense vegetation and steep inclines, factors that are crucial for successful navigation and game tracking. Hunters report varied game sightings, suggesting that understanding elk and deer seasonal patterns and preferred habitats can significantly improve hunt outcomes. It's recommended to prepare for obstacles and plan meticulously for both the physical demands of the unit and optimal game movement periods.
This large, mostly public unit is located South and east of Kooskia and has elk, whitetail deer and mule deer. This area is known for the Selway River that runs through its eastern half. The northeast corner is in the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness.
Elk, mule deer and whitetail deer tags are sold over-the-counter, but the state caps the number of rifle bull elk tags each year. Whitetails are common in the western half of the unit.