Idaho Whitetail Unit 16

Whitetail seasons in Idaho Unit 16 run from October 10 through December 9, 2026. The general any-weapon hunt with a Regular Deer Tag runs from October 10 through November 3. The general any-weapon hunt with a White-tailed Deer Tag runs from October 10 through November 20. The muzzleloader-only hunt runs from November 21 through December 9 and requires a Muzzleloader Permit and White-tailed Deer Tag.

The required tag for whitetail in Idaho Unit 16 depends on the hunt. A Regular Deer Tag can cover mule deer or white-tailed deer unless otherwise noted, while a White-tailed Deer Tag is valid only for white-tailed deer; both have resident and nonresident paths. Residents also have a Deer Tag path, and some White-tailed Deer Tag hunts require an Archery Permit.