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Unit 60 (Lemhi)

Idaho Hunting Guide — Moose

Unit 60 covers the Lemhi Range country of east-central Idaho on the Salmon-Challis National Forest — mixed conifer and willow-riparian habitat that supports a Shiras moose herd along the Lemhi River and its tributaries. With roughly 530 three-year applicants against 45 tags, Unit 60 is a tight once-in-a-lifetime moose draw. Moose, sheep, and goat are each separate OIAL species in Idaho.

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Moose Hunting in Unit 60

Unit 60 covers the Lemhi Range country of east-central Idaho on the Salmon-Challis National Forest — mixed conifer and willow-riparian habitat that supports a Shiras moose herd along the Lemhi River and its tributaries. With roughly 530 three-year applicants against 45 tags, Unit 60 is a tight once-in-a-lifetime moose draw. Moose, sheep, and goat are each separate OIAL species in Idaho.

Where to Find Moose in Unit 60

Moose in Unit 60 use the willow-lined Lemhi River corridor and its tributaries on the east side of the Lemhi Range. Valley-bottom and riparian habitat anchors the herd.

Lemhi River Bottoms

We glass willow thickets along the Lemhi River between Leadore and the state line. Beaver pond complexes on tributaries like Big Eightmile and Texas Creek hold moose through the rut.

Subalpine Willow

Upper drainages on the Lemhi Range hold moose in subalpine willow pockets. These are harder to reach but see almost no pressure.

How to Hunt Moose in Unit 60

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Moose Success Rates

Idaho moose tag holders post strong success rates statewide because IDFG manages quotas against known populations. Per-hunt success for Unit 60 is published in the IDFG Hunt Planner — we recommend confirming before the season.

Moose Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— Controlled1413910.1% 0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Idaho moose is once-in-a-lifetime: drawing any moose tag disqualifies the hunter from future Idaho moose draws. Moose, sheep, and goat each have separate OIAL status. Idaho uses a pure random draw with no preference points. Unit 60 with roughly 530 three-year applicants and 45 tags is a tight draw. Nonresidents compete for a 10% quota slice.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unit 60 moose a once-in-a-lifetime tag?
Yes. Any Idaho moose tag disqualifies the hunter from future Idaho moose draws for life. Moose, sheep, and goat each have separate OIAL tracks.
Where is Unit 60 in Idaho?
Unit 60 covers the Lemhi Range and Lemhi River valley in east-central Idaho, accessed from Salmon via Highway 28 on the Salmon-Challis National Forest.

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Sources & Verification

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

  1. 2025-2026 Idaho Big Game Seasons & Rules — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Unit 60 moose designation, Once-in-a-lifetime rule, Tag quotas · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. IDFG Hunt Planner — Controlled Hunt Draw Odds — Idaho Department of Fish and Game · supports: Unit 60 moose historical draw odds · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. Salmon-Challis National Forest — Leadore Ranger District — USDA Forest Service — Salmon-Challis National Forest · supports: Lemhi River drainage access, Dispersed camping and road rules · accessed 2026-04-17