If you haven't had the opportunity of bugling an elk within bow range, you haven't had what many will say is the ultimate hunting thrill!  Idaho Archery Elk Hunting Season generally starts the first week of September and continues through the end of the month. Idaho Rifle Elk Hunting Season is mid-October through November. Deadwood Outfitters only guides these hunts through the end of October due to inclement weather conditions.

Why Elk Hunting in Idaho?

Our western Idaho guided elk hunts offer exceptional hunting in the rugged backcountry where wildlife abounds. We invite you to hunt with our experienced Idaho elk hunting guides for backcountry hunting in Units 33 & 34 of the Sawtooth and Frank Church Wilderness Area.  We also offer combination hunts with your elk hunt to include Mule Deer Hunting, Bear Hunting or Wolf Hunting. Each hunt is guided according to the type of hunt chosen.

Idaho Archery Elk Hunting Season generally starts the first week of September and continues through the end of the month.

Packages

Reserve your Idaho Guided Elk/Mule Deer Hunt early as we must limit the number of hunters!
Idaho Youth Hunter Discounts  

Ages 12 to 17

Family owned and operated Deadwood Outfitters values the unity of family, offering a 25% discount for the young hunter you bring for their first hunt with us!  

Youth hunting for both residents and non-residents is promoted by the Idaho Fish and Game offering reduced license and tag fees.

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Drop Camp Hunts - Prices

A 50% deposit is required to confirm your hunting dates. The balance is due upon arrival in cash, cashiers, or certified check.

Rifle Season - 5 Day Hunt  
Minimum Party of 2
Archery Season - 5 Day Hunt  
Minimum Party of 2
$3,250 per person plus tax with a minimum of 2 in a party
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Packages

Fully Guided Hunts

2x1 5 days Rifle elk hunts:

Fully Guided Hunts
$6,500/person
plus tax and tags
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1x1 rifle or muzzleloader, - 5 day elk hunt:

Fully Guided Hunts
$7,000/person
plus tax and tags
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1x1 archery - 5 day elk hunt:

Fully Guided Hunts
$6,500/person
plus tax and tags
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Rifle and Archery Season - 5 Day Hunt  
Minimum Party of 2

Non Guided Drop Camp Hunts
$3,250/person
plus tax with a minimum of 2 in a party.
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Drop Camps

On our drop camp hunts, you provide food and cooking utensils, plus rifle or bow, bedroll, licenses and tags, and any personal items.  We will have already set up a tent in a good hunting area complete with a cooking stove and cut firewood.  We will pack all of your gear in and out of the camp.  You will ride in and out on good mountain trained saddle horses, and we will pack all of your game.  A radio will be provided so you can stay in touch with the base camp during your hunt.

This is a great way to enjoy big game hunts in excellent hunting areas. This Idaho elk hunting trip is for five days not including the ride in and out of the camp.  A minimum party of two is required for rifle or archery drop camps.

Reviews

Ann Haase
Orgeon Women's Trail Riders

"I can't begin to tell you how spectacular this ride was... you are amazing!! Your organization, even "when stuff happens" was outstanding as was the quality of your stock and equipment.  The food, the hospitality, and the facilities were the best!  And then your gorgeous country.  I know that you didn't have a lot to do with that, but showing the best of it is what you do very well.  I am amazed at your energy and your commitment.  I feel very privileged to have been able to work with you."

Sue
Idaho

"It was such a fun get away for both of us.  Great RIDING, great hospitatlity, great food and great weather.  You made us feel so welcome and reminded us what good, confident horses can be.  Thank you!!"

Ken
Pennsylvania

"Wonderful trip, wonderful outfitter, wonderful guides, wonderful wranglers and staff, wonderful food, VERY sore muscles.  Will highly recommend this trip.  Thanks for everything!!"

Experience the "Thrill of the Hunt" on our Idaho Mule Deer and Elk Hunts!