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IdahoMule Deer

ID Mule Deer Unit 28

Total Acres
837,752
Public Land
98%
Wilderness
14%
Elevation
3,017–9,916 ft

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
25
Avg Score
206.7
Top Score
274.1
Recent (5yr)
3

AI Scout Analysis

# ID 28 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 28 spans 838k acres across highly variable elevation (3,000–9,900 ft) with excellent public land access (98%). The 14% wilderness is manageable for DIY hunters willing to hike. High elevation and rugged terrain mean early-season hunts (September) will cover more country than late-season; December general-season hunting may see snow concentration at lower elevations. ## Herd Quality & Population Herd survey data is not available for this unit....

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Hunt 1019resident2344
2023Hunt 1156resident00
2023Hunt 1156nonresident01
2023Hunt 1102nonresident11
2023Hunt 1019nonresident241
2023Hunt 1102resident2514

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle1,16819316.0%
2023Archery2716925.0%
2023Muzzleloader17847.0%
2023All Weapons Combined1,45626918.0%
2023Rifle5360.0%
2023Rifle13966.0%
2023Rifle100.0%