Idaho Mule Deer Unit 53
Plan a mule deer hunt in Idaho Unit 53. Review season dates, license options, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
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Idaho Mule Deer Opportunities in Unit 53
Land closures: The Rest Of Unit 53 Outside The Defined Boundary Is Controlled Hunt Only.
General Deer Short Range Weapon Season
August 30, 2026 – November 6, 2026
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antlered | — | — |
| Attention: Portion of Unit only, See Note 6, Page 15. Motorized Hunting Rule Applies, See Pages 104 - 106. The rest of Unit 53 is controlled hunt only. |
| Antlerless | — | — |
| Attention: Portion of Unit only, See Note 6, Page 15. Motorized Hunting Rule Applies, See Pages 104 - 106. The rest of Unit 53 is controlled hunt only. |
License and Permit Options
Regular Deer Tag
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Frequently Asked Questions
The general short-range weapon season in the portion of Idaho Unit 53 open to regular hunting runs from August 30 through November 6, 2026, with a Regular Deer Tag. The rest of Unit 53 is controlled-hunt only, and motorized hunting rules apply. Check Note 6 and the current motorized-hunting rules for the exact area restrictions.
For the portion of Idaho Unit 53 open to regular mule deer hunting, residents may use a Deer Tag and residents or nonresidents may use a Regular Deer Tag. The rest of the unit is controlled-hunt only, and motorized hunting rules apply. Check Note 6 and the current motorized-hunting rules for the exact area restrictions.
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