Bear Hunts

Bear Hunting Over Bait in Idaho

Our guided bear hunts in Idaho over bait are designed for maximum opportunity. We maintain and monitor dozens of active bait stations throughout our hunting territory in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. This method allows hunters to carefully select a trophy-class black bear while observing the animal at close range. Our Idaho bear hunting guides place baits strategically near natural travel corridors, ensuring consistent bear activity throughout the season. Hunters typically sit in comfortable ground blinds or elevated stands positioned 15 to 30 yards from the bait, providing excellent shot opportunities for both rifle and archery hunters.

Bear Hunting With Hounds in Idaho

We also offer a highly successful form of guided bear hunting in Idaho — pursuing black bears with our trained pack of hounds. Hear the dogs baying up a bear in a creek or alerting you that they have treed a bear high up in a pine! We introduced hound hunting to a select few clients in spring of 2024 and experienced outstanding success. This Idaho bear hunting method is not a walk in the park and will require strenuous physical activity, but nothing a positive mindset and a will to harvest a trophy black bear cannot handle.

Why Choose Granite Peak for Guided Bear Hunts in Idaho

As one of the top Idaho bear hunting outfitters, Granite Peak operates in prime black bear habitat within Idaho’s remote backcountry. Our hunting area supports a dense and healthy bear population with a high percentage of color-phase bears — a rare opportunity that few outfitters can match. We offer both Spring and Fall bear hunting seasons, allowing hunters to choose the timing that works best for their schedule. All of our guided bear hunts in Idaho include comfortable camp accommodations, home-cooked meals, experienced guides, and the personal attention that comes with running a small, quality-focused operation. Contact us today to book your Idaho bear hunt.