ID Elk Unit 23

ID 23 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access ID 23 spans nearly 477,000 acres across dramatic elevation—from 1,728 ft in lower drainages to above 9,200 ft in high alpine terrain. Approximately 76% of the unit sits on public land, providing solid access for self-guided hunters willing to navigate mixed ownership. The unit's topography supports both river-bottom elk country and high-elevation summer range, offering vertical options for hunters who can move camps or adjust elevation as conditions shift. Hunt Character This unit suits hunters seeking backcountry solitude and willing to invest in packstock or boot-leather miles. The steep..