Quick Tips
- ATVs are handy on dirt roads
- Many roads and trails close in early September
- Four-wheel-drive is recommended
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 150"-170" | 170"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 120"-130" | 140"+ |
| Elk | Raghorn-290" | 290"+ |
| Antelope | 60"-65" | 65"+ |
On The Ground
This area is west of Salmon and Lemhi and produces good numbers of mule deer and elk, and lower numbers of whitetail deer and antelope.
Terrain
This unit is west and southwest of Salmon and borders the Salmon River on the north and the west. The northwest corner touches the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, but doesn’t include the Middle Fork drainage. It is mainly mountainous terrain and has many high peaks and steep ridges with some deep canyons. Most land is between 5,500 and 7,500 feet above sea level. The western part is mostly roadless and is partly inside of the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness.
Roughly 1,309 square miles
96.6% public land
Elevations from 3,800-8,900 feet
Vegetation
The highest peaks and ridges are rocky, open and mostly barren as are many of the steep inclines next to the Salmon River and Panther Creek. Between these extremes are forests of pines, spruces, firs and dead forests killed by wildfires. Many of the burns are open with grasses, low brush and forbs growing in them. Some large meadows, high basins and old burns are lush with grass, wildflowers and forbs. Exposed rock formations are usually found on the steepest slopes. Talus slides are on some of the steepest mountains and canyon sides.
Access
Parts of the unit are roadless, others have so many roads and motorcycle trails that it’s hard to get more than a couple miles from vehicle access. The main roads are U.S. Highway 93, the eastern boundary and the River Road along Salmon River and Panther Creek Road, which runs up Panther Creek in the eastern part of the unit. Many trails and old roads that have been closed to vehicles provide access to much of the interior.
Camping and Lodging
Parts of the unit are so remote that hunters should expect to tent camp in the backcountry. In other areas, many hunters camp along roads in RVs or tent. Many campgrounds provide tent sites and RV parking.
Campgrounds options include:
Wallace Lake Campground
Cougar Point Campground along the North Fork of Williams Creek
Deep Creek Campground near Deep Creek Ridge
Lodging options include:
Sacajawea Inn is hunter-friendly and even has mounted animals in some rooms
Syringa Lodge
Stagecoach Inn is next to the Salmon River
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