ID Elk Unit 19A

ID 19A — Terrain & Access ID 19A spans nearly 300,000 acres of entirely public land, ranging from mid-elevation river valleys to high alpine terrain above 9,200 feet. This elevation diversity supports mixed conifer and ponderosa pine forest at lower elevations, transitioning to higher-elevation meadow and alpine habitat. About 12% wilderness—concentrated in the higher country—provides remote terrain, though the remainder of the unit is accessible via road and trail. The unit's 100% public ownership removes access friction entirely; hunters can plan independently without securing private-land permission. Lower-elevation zones near valley floors offer more open access; higher country requires more..