Hidden Basin Outfitters
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Hidden Basin Outfitters is a sixth-generation family-owned outfitting business operating along the Wyoming/Idaho border in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, about 18 miles west of Jackson at the southern end of the Teton Range. Guided big-game hunts (elk, mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, antelope) plus summer horseback trail rides and overnight pack-camping trips. The right fit is serious hunters seeking guided outfitter access and travelers wanting a real wilderness pack-trip experience. The wrong fit is anyone wanting a half-day trail ride or a casual photo tour; this is an immersive backcountry outfitter.
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Two service categories under one outfitter. Guided big-game hunts: multi-species programs across fall hunting seasons, with permit-and-tag coordination, pack-in to remote camps, full guide service, and game retrieval. Summer horseback and pack trips: trail rides, overnight pack-camping, and multi-day wilderness expeditions in the Teton Wilderness. Operations are remote: access via rugged vehicles and horses, with established backcountry camps that the family has run for generations.
Why people book here
Three reasons. First, multi-generational tenure. Six generations of accumulated knowledge of the terrain, animal patterns, and hunting strategy is hard to overstate; this is one of the deepest outfitter operations in the region. Second, true wilderness access. The remoteness of the operating area means hunts and pack trips run in country most travelers never reach. Third, full-service handling. Hunts include licensing guidance, tag applications where applicable, pack-in/pack-out logistics, and guide-and-camp service across the trip.
How to plan a trip
Reserve well in advance. Hunts book a year or more ahead for the strongest seasons; tag drawings for some species require even longer lead time. Confirm Wyoming licensing requirements for non-resident hunters, which include drawing systems for limited-quota species. For summer pack trips, book by spring; the season fills out for July and August. Bring proper gear: hunting clothes and rifle/bow for hunts, riding clothes and personal items for pack trips. The outfitter handles tents, kitchen, horses, and guide service.
A few tradeoffs
Three honest tradeoffs. First, this is a multi-day commitment in remote terrain; not for travelers looking for a half-day adventure. Second, hunting trips require non-resident license drawings and tag applications that take advance planning. Third, weather drives everything; expect flexibility on schedules.
One thing to keep in mind
For prospective hunting clients, schedule a phone consultation a year before your target hunting trip. The outfitter walks through the species options, the licensing process, the realistic chances on each species, and the cost structure. Many first-time clients book multi-year relationships rather than one-off trips; the outfitter is set up for that pattern. For pack-trip clients, ask about specific routes (Thorofare, Two Ocean Pass, etc.) when booking.
Bottom line
For sixth-generation guided big-game hunting and wilderness pack trips in the Teton backcountry, Hidden Basin Outfitters is one of the deepest operators in the region. Plan well in advance, handle the licensing, and use the multi-generational expertise as the asset.
FAQ
What species do they hunt?
Elk, mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, antelope.
Are summer trips offered?
Yes. Horseback trail rides and overnight pack trips during summer.
How far ahead should I book?
A year or more for hunting; spring for summer pack trips.
Where are they?
Operating area is in the Bridger-Teton National Forest along the Wyoming/Idaho border; office at 7895 Cowboy Way, Jackson.