Market Report · 2026
Idaho
Hunting Market
Idaho ranks #4 nationally by outfitter count with 40 verified operators (5% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
40
Featured
0
Species
12
National Rank
#4
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk | 31 | $651 | $NaN |
| Bear | 29 | $231 | $NaN |
| Mule Deer | 27 | $351 | $NaN |
| Predator | 23 | — | $NaN |
| Moose | 13 | $2,401 | $NaN |
| Whitetail Deer | 8 | $351 | $NaN |
| Antelope | 7 | $326 | $NaN |
| Turkey | 5 | $80 | $NaN |
Average hunt price includes base hunt (fully guided), nonresident tag, travel, and standard guide tip. Run the cost estimator for a personalized breakdown.
Hunt Types Offered
rifle
19
operators
archery
10
operators
shotgun
2
operators
muzzleloader
1
operators
Top 6 Operators
Bearpaw Outfitters
Wallace, ID
48 years of guided and unguided hunts for elk, deer, bear, and more across four states.
thousands of acres of private ranch leases · 70% to 100% shooting opportunity on most hunts
Saddle Horn Outfitters LLC
McCall, ID
Licensed backcountry hunting and fishing outfitter in Idaho and Wyoming
Wilderness Mule Outfitting
Riggins, ID
First Class Guided Hunts in America's Largest Wilderness Complex
240 square mile exclusive concession within 4.5 million acres
Buck Horn Outfitters
Yellow Pine, ID
Guided Idaho elk hunts and backcountry hunting experiences
Clearwater Outfitters
Orofino, ID
Guided hunts, fishing trips, and outdoor adventures in Idaho's backcountry.
160+ square miles
Robson Outfitters, LLC
Felt, ID
Specializing in Big Game and Wilderness Adventures in Teton Valley
Idaho Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Moose | $2,401 |
| Bighorn Sheep | $2,101 |
| Mountain Goat | $2,101 |
| Elk | $651 |
| Mule Deer | $351 |
| Whitetail Deer | $351 |
| Antelope | $326 |
| Bear | $231 |
| Turkey | $80 |
Tag costs include the base nonresident hunting license plus species tag. Excludes habitat stamps, draw application fees, and trophy fees. Updated for 2026 from state Fish & Game sources.
Methodology
All data is aggregated from our directory of verified Idaho outfitters. Hunt prices reflect Search Huntr's national model calibrated to state-specific tag and travel costs. Tag prices are updated annually from state Fish & Game departments. See full methodology for details.