71 of Idaho’s licensed outfitters guide bear hunts. Every one below holds a current license from the Idaho board that regulates outfitting, and each listing links to the board’s own record so you can check standing before you book a guided bear hunt.
Idaho bear season dates
Season dates come straight from the state wildlife agency. Confirm them against the current regulations before you hunt.
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | April 15, 2027 | June 15, 2027 | Spring 2027 general season as published in the 2026 Big Game brochure (Fall 2026 / Spring 2027). Closes May 31 in many southern units and June 30 in Panhandle units 4, 4A and 6. Bear identification test required. |
| Fall | August 30, 2026 | October 31, 2026 | Fall 2026 general season in most units; Panhandle units 4, 4A and 6 run Aug. 30-Nov. 30. Second bear tags available in listed units. Baiting and hounds allowed in listed units. |
2026-2027 seasonVerified against Idaho Department of Fish and Game, 2026 Big Game, 2026-2027 Upland Game and Turkey, 2026-2027 Migratory Game Bird, and 2025-2026 Moose, Sheep and Goat Seasons and Rules on September 5, 2026.Source: idfg.idaho.gov/sites/default/files/seasons-rules-big-game-20 … Confirm dates in the current regulations before you hunt.
Guided bear hunts in Idaho
51 Ranch Outfitters specializes in providing both guided and drop camp hunts (or a combination of the two) in the middle of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, Unit 17.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
We offer Big Game Hunts in North Central Idaho! Bear, Cougar, Bobcat, Deer, Elk and Turkey hunts. We also offer fishing trips on the Dworshak
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey · Wolf
Enjoy a full service guided, semi-guided, or unguided hunt for Elk, Mule Deer, Color Phase Bear, Mt. Lion (cougar), Whitetail Deer, Merriam's Turkey, Shiras Moose, Predators, Wolf, and outstanding Trout Fishing in Southeast Idaho or Northern Idaho. Hunt the …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey · Wolf
BEARPAW OUTFITTERS 1 & 2
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Big Lost River Outfitters/MT Borah
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Bighorn Outfitters offers great elk and deer hunting, bear hunting, wilderness horse pack trips and vacations in the Bighorn Crags of Idaho for anyone who wants a wilderness experience. We have hunting, fishing, pack trips, camping, trail rides, and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
With over 20 years of expertise, we provide guided elk, deer, bear, and lion hunts that showcase the raw beauty and untamed nature of Idaho's backcountry.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Big game hunting outfitter in north central Idaho.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Boulder Creek Outfitters Inc./Lost Lakes Outfitters
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey
Idaho Outfitter Guiding Elk, Mule Deer, Mountain Lion, & Black Bear Hunts, We also have Trail Rides & Summer Pack Trips in Idaho's West Central Mountains.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wolf
Cameron Outfitters
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Chamberlain Basin Outfitters
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Clearwater Outfitters is your trusted partner for exploring the rugged beauty of Idaho’s Clearwater National Forest. With over 160 square miles of backcountry terrain, we specialize in guided hunts, fishing trips, and outdoor adventures that create lifelong …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE OUTFITTERS
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Diamond D Ranch INC
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wolf
Idaho Elk Hunting, Mule Deer Hunting, Mnt. Lion Hunting, Bear Hunting and more.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wolf
FIVE BEARS OUTFITTERS
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Orvis Endorsed wingshooting lodge, free range big game hunting, and fishing. Family owned, open year round since 1985 with experienced full time staff in North Central Idaho.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey
We operate the Flying B Ranch on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, and Root Ranch in the Chamberlain Basin. Hunting GMUs 20A-26-27 and a very small piece of 28. We provide access and outfitting services for drop camps, lodge hunts and spike camps. We do not …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
The remoteness of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness and backcountry in units 10 & 12 are some of the most untapped area within Idaho. The potential is limitless! We are excited to share in your experience of this truly breathtaking area. Granite Peak Outfitters …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Hamilton Outfitters is located in Star Valley WYO / Idaho in South East ID. We have an RV camp area, and a lodge also 3 cabins we rent out in the summer months, and hunt in the fall. The elk herd is one of the best in Idaho. We do horse rides and pack trips in …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
HEART MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wolf
Big game hunting and fishing outfit.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Full service outfitter offering Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail, Bear, Lion and Upland Bird hunts in Units 23, 18 and 22.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Whitetail Deer
Hells Canyon Outfitters is licensed to hunt in The Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, the Nez Perce and Payette National forests. Our Exclusive Outfitting area includes over 300 square miles of some of the best big game hunting territory that North America …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Whitetail Deer · Wolf
Enjoy a true wilderness experience with backcountry adventure in the heart of Idaho’s Frank Church wilderness, with our incredible guides and amazing scenery. We offer full-service 7-day hunts for Bighorn Sheep, Elk, Mule Deer and Bear/Wolf--supported by horse …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
IDAHO WILDERNESS OUTFITTERS LLC
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Livin' the dream with Jokers Wild Outdoors From the big ones that go on the wall to the big ones that get away, we bring out the true camaraderie of fellow hunters, fishermen, and outdoorsmen
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
JRT OUTFITTERS LLC
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Juniper Mountain Outfitters
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wolf
Korell Outfitters is a small and personalized family run outfitting business located along the Payette River in Southwest Idaho. Owner Chris Korell and brother Cody Korell were born and raised here and together have over 38 years experience guiding hunters in …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Upland Birds
LAKE-N-LEATHER OUTFITTERS
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
LAZY J OUTFITTERS INC
Black Bear · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey · Wolf
2,200 acre ranch in the Big Hole Mountains of Eastern Idaho dedicated to outdoor pursuits: Cast and Blast, upland bird hunting, European Style Driven Shooting with Western Sensibilities or walkup with a guide and well-trained dog, trophy elk hunting, mountain …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Lion’s Head Outfitters
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
LITTLE LOST OUTFITTERS PARTNERSHIP
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Backcountry guided hunts big game. Elk, Mule Deer, Bear, Wolf, Goat, Fishing, Pack Trips.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer · Wolf
LOCHSA RIVER OUTFITTERS
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
We pride ourselves on our fair chase tactics and our ability to harvest game in their natural habitat. McGowan Outfitting will take you on the ultimate Idaho adventure using traditional methods in some of the most pristine, abundant and diverse wilderness this …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Middle Fork Lodge
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Middle Fork Outfitters LLC
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
We are a hunting and fishing wilderness outfitting business. We operate in the Frank Church Wilderness. We hunt and fish on horseback with packstrings of mules out of tent camps.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
MILES HIGH OUTFITTERS
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Mystic Saddle Ranch
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Owyhee Mountain Outiffters
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
OWYHEE OUTFITTERS LLC
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Idaho's premiere Veteran owned and operated outdoor recreation service specializing in Big Game Hunting (Deer, Elk, Bear, Moose, Wolf, Mountain Lion), Backcountry Fishing, Horseback Riding, Snowmobiling, Pack Trips, and Trail Rides.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Pistol Creek Outfitters specialize in guided fair chase wilderness hunts for elk, mule deer, black bear and wolves in the pristine Frank Church Wilderness located in the heart of the Salmon-Challis National Forest.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
RASMUSSEN OUTFITTERS
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
RAWHIDE OUTFITTERS 1 & 2
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Red Road Outfitters is offering high quality hunts in the Upper Snake Region of Idaho in Units 60 and 60A. Give us a call today to find out more and book your dream Idaho hunt.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
45 years of Top Rate Hunting, We Hunt Year around, Hands on Outfitter, Are Only Business!
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Ridgerunner Outfitters LLC is a family owned and operated outfitting business located in the heart of the Nez Perce - Clearwater National Forest. Summer pack trips for fishing, photography, or just plain 'ol fun and relaxation. We offer guided, semi-guided, or …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
There is no better place on earth to find trophy bull elk than the Rocky Mountains of Idaho. Here in beautiful Teton Valley, ID elk are abundant. During the rut you can experience the thrill of a lifetime by call in world class bull elk.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Rugged Ridge is a big game hunting outfit operating in north-central Idaho. Offering elk, mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion back country hunts. Rugged Ridge also offers Rifle and Archery hunts.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
We are located on the iconic Salmon River. For Spring bear hunts, you'll go out on a jet boat every day and sleep at the lodge each night. Our Fall hunts will find you on horseback and a wall tent in the Frank Church Wilderness. Our hunts are all-inclusive. …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters is the exclusive licensed outfitter to hunt bear, wolf, lion, deer and elk in an area of over 250 square miles in central Idaho, allowing us to offer hunts for both the first time hunter and the experienced trophy hunter, all in …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Family operated outfitting business located in the Selway-Bitteroot mountains of Idaho, 20 miles North of Elk City and 40 miles South East of Kooskia in the Nezperce National Forest and have 19+ years experience hunting in this area.
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
We are family owned and operated have been for over 34 years. Amon is second generation outfitter and a native of Idaho. This is the life we love.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
We are a full service Idaho Big Game outfitter, offering customizable fully guided & semi guided hunt options for Deer, Elk, Moose, Bears and Mountain Lions on public and private lands.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Waterfowl · Wild Turkey · Wolf
White Cloud Outfitters
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Wild Horse Creek Ranch LLC
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Wild Man Adventures, an experience that won't soon be forgotten. World-Class fishing, hunting and jaw dropping scenery. Our pack in style hunts, fishing trips and pack trips will make memories of a life time. We also offer trail rides to some of Idaho's most …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wolf
Idaho's premier outfitter of the Frank Church Wilderness. Specializing in first class mountain hunting adventures for elk, mule deer, mountain lion, bear, wolf, and bighorn sheep.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Excellent area for elk, deer, bear mountain lion, and wolf hunting . Our season starts September 15 during the elk rut and ends November 18th during the deer rut and the elk migration, our elk never leave our area.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Back country hunt of a lifetime. Hunt elk, deer, bear, mt. Lion, and wolf. Hunting the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness and Nez Perce national forest in central idaho. Horse back hunting at its finest.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
71 licensed outfittersLicense status verified against Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association, member directory on September 5, 2026.Source: ioga.org/adventure-finder Confirm an outfitter’s license with the issuing board before you book.
Before you book
- Confirm the outfitter’s license is current with the state board — every listing above links to the official record.
- Ask which hunt areas they operate in, and whether your tag is draw-only or over the counter.
- All licensed Idaho outfitters
- Guided bear hunts in every state
For reference only. This page summarizes agency publications and is not legal advice or an official source; confirm dates, limits and fees with the state wildlife agency before you hunt. Regulations change mid-season. Send a correction if you spot an error. Disclaimer.