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Idaho Unit 5

Updated Apr 23, 2026

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Hunters in Idaho's Unit 5 appreciate the area's varied terrain, which offers opportunities for different hunting styles, but emphasize the importance of understanding the dense timber regions that can make game spotting challenging. They note that draw odds can be competitive, so interested hunters should prepare for potential difficulties in obtaining tags. Success often hinges on thorough preseason scouting, as it helps to identify animal travel patterns and the best entry points. Overall, patience and strategic planning are key, and seasoned hunters recommend being adaptable and ready for changing weather conditions during the hunting season.

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At a Glance

715Square Miles

6.8%Public Land

2,300 - 5,200Elevation Range

This area is south of the Spokane River and borders Washington. Hunters find elk and whitetails along with a few mule deer.

This is a good unit for hunting whitetail deer and some grow quite large, but not a great unit for mule deer or elk.

Quick Tips

Waterfowl hunting on 5,500-acre Heyburn State Park
Chinook salmon charters on Coeur d'Alene Lake
ATVs are not necessary on most roads

GOHUNT

Idaho Unit 5

Updated Apr 23, 2026

See what hunters are saying

Hunters in Idaho's Unit 5 appreciate the area's varied terrain, which offers opportunities for different hunting styles, but emphasize the importance of understanding the dense timber regions that can make game spotting challenging. They note that draw odds can be competitive, so interested hunters should prepare for potential difficulties in obtaining tags. Success often hinges on thorough preseason scouting, as it helps to identify animal travel patterns and the best entry points. Overall, patience and strategic planning are key, and seasoned hunters recommend being adaptable and ready for changing weather conditions during the hunting season.

This is an AI-generated summary from comments and user reviews, and won't always be correct.

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At a Glance

715Square Miles

6.8%Public Land

2,300 - 5,200Elevation Range

This area is south of the Spokane River and borders Washington. Hunters find elk and whitetails along with a few mule deer.

This is a good unit for hunting whitetail deer and some grow quite large, but not a great unit for mule deer or elk.

Quick Tips

Waterfowl hunting on 5,500-acre Heyburn State Park
Chinook salmon charters on Coeur d'Alene Lake
ATVs are not necessary on most roads