Idaho Pronghorn Elk

Unit 58

Idaho Hunting Guide — Pronghorn, Elk

Pronghorn in Idaho Unit 58 are managed by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Tag numbers, season dates, and weapon structure are set each year in the IDFG big game rules. Applicants should verify current hunt numbers and quotas in the IDFG Hunt Planner before applying.

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 58

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 58

Pronghorn distribution in Unit 58 follows the open sage-steppe, grassland, and agricultural edges typical of the hunt area. Glassing from elevated vantage points at first and last light is the most efficient way to locate groups. Cross-reference the IDFG Hunt Planner boundary viewer with public-land layers before committing to an access plan.

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Harvest totals, hunter days, and success percentages for Unit 58 pronghorn hunts are published in the IDFG Hunt Planner statistics tool. Results vary by weapon type, season, and year — review the most recent stats before the draw.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Controlled	48	1,580	3.0%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Unit 58 pronghorn tags are allocated through the IDFG controlled hunt draw. Resident and nonresident odds can be reviewed by year and hunt number in the IDFG Hunt Planner. Check multiple weapon seasons before applying — odds can vary significantly between rifle, muzzleloader, and archery hunts.

Elk Hunting in Unit 58

Unit 58 covers the Idaho side of the Teton Range and the upper Teton River Valley in eastern Idaho, an agricultural-to-alpine unit with strong elk numbers and good road access off Highway 33. The unit's mix of ranched river bottoms, aspen benches, and spruce-fir high country produces consistent harvest opportunities. With 600 tags issued against 920 applicants across a recent three-year window, Unit 58 sits among Idaho's more accessible controlled-hunt elk draws.

Where to Find Elk in Unit 58

Unit 58 elk move between ranched valley bottoms and the Teton Range. Knowing the migration timing separates freezer hunters from tag soup.

Teton River Bottoms and Hay Fields

Early season, cows and calves feed evenings on alfalfa fields between Driggs and Tetonia. Private-land permission unlocks these areas; public access is limited to road-view glassing.

Big Hole Mountains Foothills

West-side elk inhabit the aspen-fir mosaic of the Big Hole Mountains on Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Target north-facing aspen benches at 6,500-8,500 feet.

Teton Range Canyons

Darby, Fox, South Leigh, and Mahogany Creek canyons drain the Tetons and hold summer bulls. Expect steep hikes from trailheads up to timberline meadows.

How to Hunt Elk in Unit 58

Unit 58 favors hunters who combine glassing from the valley with backcountry pushes into Teton canyons.

Glassing the Benches

Set up on a forest road pullout in the Big Hole foothills or at Teton Canyon trailheads. Glass aspen-sage transitions at dawn — bulls feed in aspen edges before bedding in dark timber.

Backcountry Archery in Teton Canyons

Hike 3-5 miles up Teton canyon trails during the September rut. Camp at timberline and work bulls bugling in sidehill timber pockets. Wilderness Study Area rules apply in sections — motorized use is limited.

Late-Season Migration Intercepts

By late October, snow at 8,500+ feet pushes elk toward winter range. Intercept routes between the mountains and valley agricultural fields along the Pine Creek and Teton River drainages.

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Elk Success Rates

Rifle100%

Archery17%

Muzzleloader24%

Unit 58 controlled elk hunts post success rates in the 30-45% range depending on weapon and season. Archery controlled hunts during the rut lead the field. General archery and late-season any-weapon hunts for cows on private-land permission post lower rates but still produce meat. The unit's proximity to the Wyoming border and the Jackson Hole corridor means migration timing varies year to year with weather.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Controlled	187	340	55.0%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Idaho uses a pure random draw for elk — no preference or bonus points. Each year every applicant has equal odds. Unit 58 controlled hunts have averaged roughly 55-70% resident draw odds over the last three years thanks to the relatively generous tag quota. Nonresident odds run 20-30%. This is one of eastern Idaho's more drawable controlled-hunt units.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Road Conditions

Road conditions vary from paved highways to rough two-track. Verify current access conditions on federal and state land maps before the trip.

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Weather

Pronghorn seasons in Idaho typically fall in August and September. Expect warm days, cool nights, and occasional afternoon thunderstorms.

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Cell Service

Coverage is limited in backcountry terrain. Carry a satellite communicator or downloaded offline maps.

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Nearest Town

Use the IDFG Hunt Planner and mapping tools to identify the closest service town with fuel, lodging, and groceries before the hunt.

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Permit Notes

Tag is issued through the IDFG controlled hunt draw. Confirm hunt number, season dates, and weapon restrictions on your tag before heading out.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a pronghorn tag for Idaho Unit 58?

Unit 58 pronghorn tags are issued through the Idaho Department of Fish and Game controlled hunt draw. Applications are submitted during the IDFG big game draw window each year.

Where can I verify current season dates and quotas for Unit 58?

Season dates, hunt numbers, and tag quotas are published annually by IDFG and can be looked up in the IDFG Hunt Planner and the current big game rules booklet.

How drawable is Unit 58 elk?

Unit 58 is one of eastern Idaho's more drawable controlled-hunt units, with resident odds often in the 55-70% range and nonresident odds around 20-30% depending on the hunt number.

Is there public-land access in Unit 58?

Yes. Caribou-Targhee National Forest covers the Big Hole Mountains and Teton Range portions of the unit. The Teton Valley floor is largely private agricultural land requiring landowner permission.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.

IDFG Big Game Hunting — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Species overview, General season structure, Regulations entry point · accessed 2026-04-17
IDFG Controlled Hunts — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Controlled hunt draw rules, Application deadlines, Tag quotas · accessed 2026-04-17
IDFG Hunt Planner — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Per-unit hunt numbers, Historical draw odds, Harvest statistics · accessed 2026-04-17
2025 Idaho Big Game Seasons & Rules — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Unit 58 season dates, Palisades Zone hunt structure · accessed 2026-04-17
IDFG Hunt Planner — Hunt Statistics — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Unit 58 elk harvest and success rates · accessed 2026-04-17
Caribou-Targhee National Forest — USDA Forest Service · supports: Public-land access in Teton Range and Big Hole Mountains, Motor vehicle use maps · accessed 2026-04-17