Elk Hunting in Idaho Unit 40-1X (Controlled Hunt Oppty.): Owyhee Zone

Objectives for the Owyhee Zone elk population are not derived from aerial surveys due to expansive land area, dispersed groups of elk, poorly defi ned winter range, and diffi cult winter access? This population is monitored using harvest data, occasion...

Unit 40-1X (Controlled Hunt Oppty.): Owyhee Zone

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Scores
User Scores
Ease of Drawing
50
 
50
Success
58
 
58
Trophy Potential
53
 
53
Public Access
81
 
81
Ease of Terrain
88
 
88
Room to Breathe
100
 
100
Opportunity
0
 
N/A
Convenience
14
 
14
Ease of Effort
62
 
62
71
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Private land within Units 40 and 42 and that portion of Unit 41 west of Highway 51.

Size

4,823 Square Miles (3,087,300 Acres)

Land Ownership

15% Private, 87% Public, 74% BLM, 7% State, 3% Indian

Latitude/Longitude

42.6812, -116.5375

Amenities

There are 0 hospitals, 0 hotels, 8 campgrounds, and 0 grocery stores within a 20 mile radius.

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Objectives for the Owyhee Zone elk population are not derived from aerial surveys due to expansive land area, dispersed groups of elk, poorly defi ned winter range, and diffi cult winter access? Th... Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note!

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The quality of your hunt depends on you. Preseason scouting, preparation for the environmental conditions, and physical conditioning are important factors. The success and quality of your hunt will likely increase with the distance from your vehicle and roads.

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