11 licensed outfitters guide elk hunts in Upper Snake Region. Season dates below come from the Idaho wildlife agency; license status comes from the body that issued it.
Idaho elk season dates
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | August 30, 2026 | September 30, 2026 | General archery-only elk season in most zones (A tag in most zones; some zones any-elk, some antlered only). Archery permit required. Beginning in 2026 nonresident general deer and elk tags are issued by random draw. |
| General Rifle | October 10, 2026 | October 24, 2026 | Any-weapon antlered elk season for B tags in the Panhandle, Palouse and Elk City zones shown. Other zones vary: Lolo and Dworshak Oct. 10-Nov. 3; Selway and Middle Fork Oct. 1-31; Salmon and Sawtooth Oct. 15-Nov. 8; McCall Oct. 15-Nov. 3; Weiser River Oct. 25-Nov. 3; Palisades and Tex Creek Oct. 15-21. Check the zone table for your tag. |
| Muzzleloader | November 15, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | Panhandle Zone A tag muzzleloader-only antlered elk season (Units 4, 7 and 9) shown. Muzzleloader seasons vary widely by zone: Dworshak Dec. 2-14; Bannock and Bear River Dec. 1-31 (antlerless); Beaverhead Oct. 15-31 (antlerless); Lemhi Nov. 25-Dec. 9. Muzzleloader permit required. |
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.
Elk outfitters in Upper Snake Region
Big Lost River Outfitters/MT Borah
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wolf
Our lodge is located in the heart of hunting country and provides first class accommodations even with its remote location; with private rooms and fantastic meals. The ranch is 40,000 acres of pine and aspen-covered hillsides, ranging from 5,500 to 7,500 feet …
Elk · Mule Deer
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
JRT OUTFITTERS LLC
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
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
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
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
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
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
11 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 elk tag there is draw-only or over the counter.
- All outfitters in Upper Snake Region
- Idaho elk 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.