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IdahoMule Deer

ID Mule Deer Unit 8A

Total Acres
467,983
Public Land
45%
Elevation
972–5,596 ft

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
25
Avg Score
186
Top Score
250.9
Recent (5yr)
0

AI Scout Analysis

# ID 8A Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access ID 8A spans 968K acres across rugged northern Idaho, from low-elevation river valleys (972 ft) to high peaks (5,596 ft). With 44.7% public land, access is moderate—typical of central Idaho's checkerboard ownership. Expect a mix of private land, PLOTS easements, and scattered public parcels requiring navigation and ground-truthing before the season. ## Herd Quality No wildlife survey data (bull:doe ratios or population estimates) is provided for this...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2022Hunt 1086nonresident72
2022Hunt 1086 (2nd Draw)nonresident11
2022Hunt 1086resident1123
2022Hunt 1086 (2nd Draw)resident1015

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle4,3771,70339.0%
2023Archery244187.0%
2023Muzzleloader1462215.0%
2023All Weapons Combined4,7671,74437.0%
2023Archery or Muzzleloader19212.0%