Idaho mule deer hunting offers some of the best opportunities for big game hunters seeking a good muley. With vast public lands, from steep mountain ranges to rolling sagebrush hills, Idaho is prime mule deer habitat with good numbers of mature bucks. The state offers a variety of hunting options, including over-the-counter tags, and guaranteed outfitter allocated tags in controlled units.
Idaho is the go-to destination for traditional, backcountry mule deer, elk combo hunts, but those aren’t the only combo options. This iconic state also has over-the-counter tags for whitetail deer, black bear, mountain lion and wolves. In addition to a ton of combo options, there are great archery, rifle, and muzzleloader seasons, depending on your preference.
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Idaho Mule Deer Hunting Lodges
A hunting lodge combines comfort and adventure, offering hunters a premier base for hunting. These lodges are ideally situated, giving our hunters access to great Idaho mule deer hunting.
Lodges in Idaho offer cozy accommodations, hearty meals, and a comfortable place to relax, recharge, and share stories with fellow hunters. Idaho mule deer hunting lodges cater to a variety of preferences, with options ranging from traditional ranch stays to more remote, fly-in camps that allow for deep wilderness hunting experiences. For any hunter seeking a full-service experience that combines expert guidance with top-tier accommodations, our hunting lodges in Idaho are an excellent choice.
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Idaho Mule Deer Hunting in the Frank Church
If you’re looking for a traditional, backcountry Idaho mule deer hunting trip, this is the one for you.
Our famous Frank Church Wilderness mule deer hunting trip is one of our most sought after mule deer hunts. Since the Frank Church Wilderness is so remote, hunting pressure on the deer in this area is very low. Not only is it remote, it also takes place during the rut AND in a migration corridor! The quantity and quality of bucks is amazing! On a normal year, you should see 10 to 20 bucks a day on average.
The Frank Church Wilderness Area
Located in the beautiful wilderness of Idaho’s famous Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area this is one of our most sought after mule deer hunts for good reason. Frank Church Wilderness mule deer hunting can be out of this world if you hit the migration/rut/weather right. In fact, we’ve never been on this hunt and not seen at least one good buck during the course of a week.
Fly into the wilderness, get picked up with horses and a pack string to ride into camp…the camp is a classic tent-style with a cook, wranglers and guides. Frank Church wilderness mule deer hunting takes place during the heart of the mule deer rut during the migration out of the high country. You will be amazed at the number of deer you will see each day on this very special hunt.
- You will fly-in, hunt on horseback, and spot-and-stalk trophy mule deer.
- Late October through November 18 during the rut.
- You should see 10 to 20 bucks a day on average. Bucks will average between 150-170, with some exceeding 200 inches.
- Since the Frank Church Wilderness is so remote, hunting pressure on the deer in this area is very low. Not only is it remote, it also takes place in November during the rut AND in a migration corridor! The quantity and quality of bucks is amazing!
These hunts book out every year, so contact us quickly if you’d like to go.
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Selway Wilderness Mule Deer Hunting
Experience the Ultimate Guided Idaho Mule Deer Hunting in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness
This is a great guided Idaho mule deer hunt in the remote Selway wilderness of Idaho. With guaranteed allocated tags, breathtaking landscapes, and experienced guides, this is an opportunity to hunt trophy bucks in a pristine and sought-after hunting destination.
The Selway has great hunts during the whitetail and mule deer rut.
Hunters can also customize their adventure by adding tags for other game, such as elk, whitetail deer, black bear, or wolf, giving you the possibility of a combo hunt. The season kicks off in September and continues through mid-November, and each season has its pros and cons. The early hunts are elk/deer combos and the late hunts are during the deer rut. Be warned however, this is tough country and it will not be easy. Are you up for the challenge?
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Louis DiGiovani –
The camp was wilderness luxury with top notch tents, wood stoves, cots with 2″ foamy mattresses, and gourmet meals.
Chris Cantler –
Thank you to OUTDOORS INTERNATIONAL for pointing us in the right direction! We are looking forward to going on this hunt again sometime soon.
Gregory Mescan –
Great fly into the forest service airstrip. 8 hours in by horseback. Primitive camping, which is what I wanted. Did not see anyone while in the backcountry, which is what I wanted.
A true Western adventure all the way around.
Raymond Thomas –
This was a once in a lifetime hunt for me and all my expectations were met or exceeded. I would recommend this hunt to anyone.
Jacob Walkenhauer –
We had our minds made up well before the hunt was over that we wanted to come back and luckily we were able to book it again. I for one absolutely cant wait for the day we fly back into the Frank Church Wilderness.
Gary Ball –
The outfitter and all the guide’s – personnel were 110% courteous, appreciative and well mannered. He runs a tight ship
My little brother Steve had a BLAST!
Tony Shafer –
This Idaho backcountry hunt was truly a hunt of a lifetime!!
Hughie Blacke –
My guide was very knowledgeable and worked hard to get a great deer for me. The food and accommodations were great and the wilderness setting was amazing. I’d like to go back for a wilderness elk hunt.
Kody Carr –
The hunt was an amazing experience, trip, staff, hunt, food, sleeping quarters, and horses were all top notch.
Ron Hicks –
For a true remote backcountry wilderness hunt experience, I highly recommend this Idaho mule deer hunt. This outfitter has 35 years experience, quality stock, comfortable camps, and outstanding guides and staff for a unique wilderness experience.
Paul Julander –
Truly a first rate outfitter. From the camp, food, to the knowledge and hospitality of the team this was an awesome experience. Camp was in large outfitter style tents with wood burning stoves. Meals were homemade, and far beyond what I expected in the backcountry, all served in the main tent, which was warm clean and dry.
No hesitation recommending this hunt to anyone, and would certainly do it again.
Jace Myers –
Great trip, amazing time, great mule deer hunting. Kyle and Outdoors International always put me in the best situations to get the best opportunity in the wilderness.
Patrick Kissel –
What a great week in the wilderness of Idaho! These mountains are as rugged and beautiful as I expected. The Frank Church Wilderness is rich with plenty of mule deer to satisfy any hunter. I plan to go back in 2023 with my dad for another trip. He always wanted to hunt in the Frank and he absolutely loved this hunt!
Andy Nagel –
Extremely awesome, challenging, beautiful would love to do it again trip! The Frank is incredible! We saw a lot of deer, rams, elk, coyote and other game. The group of four filled out a day early with four beautiful Idaho timber muleys. Our outfitter took every chance to make our hunt unforgettable. Jake our guide was the best!
Duffy Hammond –
It was a trip like no other. The scenery was amazing along with the guides that were out there with us hunters. Great food on a daily basis. This was a great backcountry mule deer hunt.
Jace Myers –
Another great mule deer hunt in Idaho. This outfitter, in my opinion has the best outfit in Idaho. Top Notch guides. Jake, my guide again was awesome. Andrew and I both killed upper age class bucks that were great mature trophies for the area. Amazing views. Great food. Great Experience.
Andrew Neill –
Everything was top notch. If you’re looking for a true wilderness hunting experience this should be a top choice, I’ve never had guides and staff work so hard for their customers. 10 OUT OF 10 RATING FROM ME!
Jared Eyler –
Once we landed at our airstrip the adventure only continued to excel day by day. The guides and staff all made it number one priority to see that we were well taken care of at all times. Their work ethic never ceased to amaze me throughout the trip.
Charles Mascioli –
Excellent hunt.