Mastering 2024 Idaho Hunting Season Dates & Bag Limits!

The Gem State of Idaho is home to more than simply gorgeous scenery and beautiful little neighborhoods. For hunters looking for a variety of terrain, a wealth of animals, and the excitement of the pursuit, it’s a paradise. However, figuring out Idaho’s lengthy hunting season schedule may be like trying to figure out how to untangle a mountain goat’s facial hair. This thorough guide clears out the confusing web of deadlines and laws, putting you on the correct track for your 2024 Idaho hunting adventure.

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Idaho Hunting Season Dates

Deer

Zone	Weapon	Season Dates
General Any-Weapon	Any Weapon	Oct 10 – Nov 20
General Archery	Archery	Aug 30 – Sep 30
General Muzzleloader	Muzzleloader	Dec 1 – Dec 31

Other Big Games

Species	Weapon	Dates
Elk	General Any-Weapon	Varies by zone
	General Archery	Aug 30 – Sep 30
	General Muzzleloader	Oct 5 – Oct 31
	Controlled Hunt	Varies by hunt number
Black Bear	General Any-Weapon	Varies by zone
	General Archery	Aug 30 – Sep 30
	General Muzzleloader	Oct 5 – Oct 31
Mountain Lion	General Any-Weapon	Varies by zone
	General Archery	Aug 30 – Sep 30
	General Muzzleloader	Oct 5 – Oct 31
	Controlled Hunt	Varies by hunt number
Gray Wolf	General Any-Weapon	Varies by zone
	General Archery	Aug 30 – Sep 30
	General Muzzleloader	Oct 5 – Oct 31

Controlled Hunt

Animal	Application Period	Drawing Results Date
Moose	April 1 – April 30, 2024	10-Jun-24
Bighorn Sheep	April 1 – April 30, 2024	10-Jun-24
Mountain Goat	April 1 – April 30, 2024	10-Jun-24
Pronghorn	Resident: May 15, 2024 Nonresident: April 15, 2024	June (Drawing Results)

Turkey

Zone	Dates
General Spring	Apr 15 – May 25
General Fall	Sep 15 – Dec 31

Migratory & Waterfowl Birds

Ducks	Oct 7, 2024 – Jan 19, 2025
Scaup	Oct 26, 2024 – Jan 19, 2025
Geese	Varies by zone and species
Swan	Oct 7, 2024 – Jan 19, 2025
Mourning and White-winged Dove	Sep 1, 2024 – Oct 30, 2024
Crow	Sep 1, 2024 – Jan 31, 2025

Upland Games

Forest Grouse	Aug 30, 2024 – Jan 31, 2025
Sage-grouse	Sep 20, 2024 – Sep 27, 2024
Sharp-tailed Grouse	Oct 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2024
California Quail	Sep 20, 2024 – Jan 31, 2025
Bobwhite Quail	Sep 20, 2024 – Jan 31, 2025
Chukar and Gray Partridge	Sep 20, 2024 – Jan 31, 2025
Pheasant	Oct 11, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
Red Squirrel	Aug 30, 2024 – Mar 31, 2025
Cottontail Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare	Aug 30, 2024 – Mar 31, 2025

Furbearers

Badger	Jul 1 – Mar 15
Beaver	Nov 1 – Mar 31
Bobcat	Dec 14 – Feb 16
Coyote	Year-round
Fox	Year-round
Marten	Nov 1 – Jan 31
Mink	Nov 1 – Mar 31
Muskrat	Nov 1 – Mar 31
Otter	Dec 1 – Mar 31
Raccoon	Year-round
Skunk	Year-round
Weasel	Year-round

Bag Limits

Species	Daily Bag Limit	Possession Limit
Deer	1 per legal tag; Max 2 deer per calendar year
Elk	1 per legal tag; Max 1 elk per calendar year
Moose	1 per legal tag; Max 1 moose per calendar year
Black Bear	1 per legal tag; Max 1 black bear per year
Mountain Lion	1 per legal tag; Max 1 mountain lion per year
Gray Wolf	1 per legal tag; Max 1 gray wolf per year
Ducks	7	21
Scaup	2	6
Geese	Varies by zone and species	Varies by zone and species
Swan	1	1
Mourning and White-winged Dove	15	45
Crow	No limit	No limit
Sandhill Crane	2	6
Forest Grouse	4	12
Sage-grouse	2	6
Sharp-tailed Grouse	2	6
California Quail	10	30
Bobwhite Quail	10	30
Chukar and Gray Partridge	8	24
Pheasant	3	9
Turkey	two (2) male turkeys
Red Squirrel	8	24
Cottontail Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare	8	24

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Mason Miller

Mason Miller founded and leads WildlifeForum.org, a forum promoting ethical hunting and conservation. Mason, an avid outdoorsman and naturalist, studies and protects animals via activism, instructing, and research. His love of nature and dedication to sustainability inspired him to start WildlifeForum.org for responsible hunters, anglers, and outdoor lovers.