Rawhide Outfitters

The Cranney family has been running guided hunting operations since 1989 across 600+ square miles of prime Idaho country in the Salmon-Challis National Forest. Their hunting territory borders the Frank Church Wilderness, giving hunters access to some of the most remote and productive big game habitat in the state.

Elk Hunting - Archery and controlled rifle hunts in units not open to general rifle seasons - High bull-to-cow ratios with mature, quality bulls - Controlled rifle tags available through lottery draw

Bear Hunting - Multiple methods: glass and stalk, baiting, hounds, or combinations - Backcountry horse camps or hunt from town - Black bears ranging from jet black to blonde color phases

• •Archery or rifle hunts with trained hounds
• •Professional tracking equipment and experienced dogs
• •Wilderness access means fresh supply of quality cats

Specialty Hunts - Licensed for bighorn sheep, mountain goat, moose, and pronghorn - Units 37A, 28, 36B, and 29 - Tag application assistance provided

Licensed on 138 miles of the Salmon River for steelhead, salmon, and trout fishing. Perfect for extending your hunt or filling extra days.

"Of all the hunts I have ever been on, Rawhide Outfitters is by far the best. They are easy going, hardworking people. They wanted me to get my bear just as much as I did." — George Watkins, Bear Hunter

All hunts are fully guided - no drop camps available. The operation maintains low client numbers for a high-quality experience. Licensed, bonded, and insured with IOGA membership.