33 licensed outfitters guide upland bird hunts in Southwest Region. Season dates below come from the Idaho wildlife agency; license status comes from the body that issued it.
Idaho upland bird season dates
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | August 30, 2026 | January 31, 2027 | Forest grouse (dusky, ruffed, spruce) season statewide. Chukar and gray partridge Sept. 15-Jan. 31; quail Sept. 15-Jan. 31; pheasant Oct. 15-Dec. 31 for residents (Oct. 20 for nonresidents). Upland Game Bird Permit required on pheasant release sites. |
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/2026-2027_uplandgame_web. … Confirm dates in the current regulations before you hunt.
Upland Bird outfitters in Southwest Region
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
Chamberlain Basin Outfitters
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wolf
Confluences River Expeditions
Upland Birds
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
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
Hughes River Expeditions Inc
Upland Birds
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
Join Killgore Adventures on a Cast & Blast trip. We’ll fish from the convenience of one of our jetboats and hunt for Chukar along the banks of the river.
Mule Deer · Upland Birds
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
Minam Store’s chukar hunts in Hells Canyon are led by seasoned chukar hunting guides with pointing dogs experienced at finding chukar in the harsh terrain of Hells Canyon. We are chukar hunters! Guided multi-day hunts are always accompanied by the best camping …
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
The wild Chukar (Himalayan Partridge) in their preferred environment are a rewarding challenge for the most avid bird hunter. We fish the Snake or Salmon Rivers for Sturgeon, Rainbow Trout and Small Mouth Bass while listening for the cackle of the Chukar at …
Upland Birds
SALMON RAFT LLC
Upland Birds
Salmon River Drifters offers "Cast & Blast" Chukar Hunting & Steelhead Fishing Trips
Upland Birds
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
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
33 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 — every listing links to the issuing body’s own record.
- Ask which hunt areas they operate in, and whether an upland bird tag there is draw-only or over the counter.
- All outfitters in Southwest Region
- Idaho upland bird hunting outfitters
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.