Visiting Hours - Portneuf Wildlife Management
Area is open year-round and has no established
visiting hours. School and other groups are
encouraged to visit Portneuf WMA in the early
sprng when deer, elk , moose and breeding sharptailed
grouse are more visible. Those interested in a
WMA guided tour should call well in advance of
the proposed trip date. IDFG personnel will make
every effort to accommodate group trips.
Access for the Disabled - For persons with
disabilities, access within Portneuf WMA is
extremely limited. Visitors with special needs are
encouraged to contact WMA management personnel
to determine which area(s) are most suitable for
physically-challenged visitors. In all cases, visitors
are encouraged to assess their own abilities before
entering Portneuf WMA.
Area Restrictions - Motorized access to the
Portneuf WMA is closed seasonally from
November 15 to June 1 to protect wintering mule
deer and elk from human disturbance. Use of
motorized vehicles on Portneuf WMA is
prohibited during this closure although visitors
may still access the WMA on foot, horseback or
cross-country skis. For further information
regarding area closures, contact Portneuf WMA
management personnel.
Wildlife Observation/Photography - Portneuf
WMA is known for its concentrations of big game
species, with deer, elk, and moose commonly seen
on the WMA during winter months. Visitors are
welcome to hike throughout the WMA for viewing
and photography purposes. Remember to watch for
area closure signs. First-time visitors and/or those
unfamiliar with the area are advised to visit with
management personnel before traveling the WMA
on foot.
Hunting/Fishing - Both hunting and fishing are
allowed on the WMA, but specific regulations and
access to some WMA locations may change from
year to year. Consult current regulations for more
details.
Fires/Firewood Cutting - Open fires and
firewood cutting are prohibited on the Portneuf
WMA. Removal of materials from their natural
setting is prohibited.
Pets - Dogs must be leashed or under close
control at all times on Portneuf WMA, with the
exception of bird dogs during hunting seasons.
The release or abandonment of domestic animals
on Portneuf WMA is prohibited.
Vehicles/Parking - Use of motorized vehicles,
including ATV’s, is permitted only on roadways
shown on this brochure map. These restrictions
protect area vegetation, reduce erosion, minimize
wildlife disturbance, reduce wildfire risk, and
improve hunting experiences and success. Please
park only in designated areas.
Weed-Free Hay - All animal feed brought on
to the Portneuf WMA must be certified weed -
free. Straw or mulch should also be weed-free.
Livestock should be fed on weed-free feed for at
leat 96 hours before being brought on the
Portneuf WMA. Noxious weeds can destroy
habitat and forage; reducing the quality of
wildlife, recreation, and hunting.
For more information regarding your visit to
Portneuf Wildlife Management Area, contact:
Regional Wildlife Habitat Biologist
Portneuf Wildlife Management Area
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
1345 Barton Road
Pocatello, ID 83204-1819
(208) 232-4703
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