At a Glance
715Square Miles
6.8%Public Land
2,300 - 5,200Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Waterfowl hunting on 5,500-acre Heyburn State Park
- Chinook salmon charters on Coeur d'Alene Lake
- ATVs are not necessary on most roads
Hunters in Idaho's Unit 5 appreciate the area's varied terrain, which offers opportunities for different hunting styles, but emphasize the importance of understanding the dense timber regions that can make game spotting challenging. They note that draw odds can be competitive, so interested hunters should prepare for potential difficulties in obtaining tags. Success often hinges on thorough preseason scouting, as it helps to identify animal travel patterns and the best entry points. Overall, patience and strategic planning are key, and seasoned hunters recommend being adaptable and ready for changing weather conditions during the hunting season.
This area is south of the Spokane River and borders Washington. Hunters find elk and whitetails along with a few mule deer.
This is a good unit for hunting whitetail deer and some grow quite large, but not a great unit for mule deer or elk.