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IdahoMule Deer

ID Mule Deer Unit 16A

Total Acres
178,879
Public Land
100%
Wilderness
16%
Elevation
1,726–7,795 ft

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ID 16A — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access ID 16A spans nearly 179,000 acres of entirely public land, with elevations ranging from 1,726 to 7,795 feet. The 16% wilderness component is modest — the majority of the unit remains accessible via standard forest roads and trail networks. This elevation spread supports diverse habitat from lower-country sagebrush and grassland to high-elevation timber, providing hunters with flexible options as conditions change through the season. Full public-land status eliminates access complications and makes self-guided hunting straightforward for both residents and nonresidents. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping ID 16A hold a..

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Harvest Data

Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
2024Rifle1343224.0%
2024Muzzleloader100.0%
2024All Weapons Combined1353224.0%
2023Rifle1913619.0%
2023Archery200.0%
2023Muzzleloader200.0%
2023All Weapons Combined1953619.0%
2022Rifle1112422.0%
2022Archery300.0%
2022All Weapons Combined1142421.0%

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Rifle — GSep 15, 2026Nov 20, 2026either

Trophy Data

Record-Book Entries
32
Avg Score
205.5
Top Score
267.6
Recent (5yr)
0

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