Mountain Lion Hunts

Mountain Lion Hunts

Idaho Hunting Nonresident Guide - Granite Peak Outfitters Idaho Wilderness

  • Hunt

    Mountain Lion Hunts

  • Hunting Period

    April 1 - June 30 & Aug 30 - Nov 30

  • Guide Hunter

    Aaron Kelly

Granite Peak Outfitters offers guided mountain lion hunts in Idaho that rank among the most action-packed hunts in the lower 48 states. As a top Idaho mountain lion hunting outfitter, we pursue lions exclusively with highly trained hounds in the snow-covered mountains of central Idaho. Our mountain lion hunts with hounds begin before dawn when most people are still asleep, allowing us to find fresh lion tracks and ensure a quality pursuit of a mature cat. Our extremely well-trained hounds will not rest until a mountain lion is looking back at them from high in the limbs of a big Idaho pine tree. We limit our guided mountain lion hunts to one hunter or a pair of individuals who know each other, ensuring high chances of success and a personalized hunting experience. The area we hunt in allows hunters to purchase TWO mountain lion tags due to the very healthy lion population in the region. To locate fresh mountain lion tracks, we utilize a combination of 4×4 vehicles and snowmobiles, traversing through deep snow along mountainsides in Idaho’s backcountry. As soon as the hounds are released on a track, you will hear what we call “mountain music” — the excited baying of our hounds echoing through the canyons as they pursue the lion. They live for the chase, and so will you.

How Our Idaho Mountain Lion Hunts Work
Our guided mountain lion hunts in Idaho follow a proven method developed over years of experience in the field. Each morning, our guides head out before first light on snowmobiles and 4×4 trucks, scanning roads and trails for fresh mountain lion tracks in the snow. Once a promising track is found, we evaluate its size and freshness to determine whether it belongs to a mature tom worth pursuing. When we identify the right track, our trained pack of hounds is released and the chase begins. The dogs follow the scent trail through canyons, across ridgelines, and through thick timber until the lion is treed. This is when your Idaho mountain lion hunt reaches its peak — the adrenaline of the chase, the sound of the hounds baying, and the sight of a big cat perched in a towering pine.
Idaho Mountain Lion Hunting Season and Success Rates
Mountain lion season in Idaho typically runs from December through March, with the best hunting conditions occurring when consistent snow cover allows for easy track identification. As an established Idaho mountain lion hunting outfitter, Granite Peak maintains one of the highest success rates in the state because we limit the number of hunters we take each season. Our small camp size means you get the full attention of our guides and the best opportunity at a trophy mountain lion.
What to Expect on Your Mountain Lion Hunt
Our guided mountain lion hunts in Idaho require a moderate to high level of physical fitness. You will be snowmobiling, hiking through snow, and navigating steep terrain to reach a treed lion. The reward is well worth the effort — mountain lion hunting with hounds in Idaho is one of the most unique and exhilarating hunting experiences available anywhere in North America. Granite Peak Outfitters provides all transportation, meals, lodging, and expert guiding throughout your hunt. Contact us today to reserve your spot for an unforgettable Idaho mountain lion hunt.

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