WSR 22-04-103
PROPOSED RULES
DEPARTMENT OF
FISH AND WILDLIFE
[Filed February 1, 2022, 12:43 p.m.]
Original Notice.
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-24-092 on November 30, 2021.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-412-100 Landowner hunting permits, 220-415-020 2021-2023 Deer general seasons and definitions, 220-415-030 2021 Deer special permits, 220-415-040 Elk area descriptions, 220-415-050 2021-2023 Elk general seasons and definitions, 220-415-060 2021 Elk special permits, 220-415-070 2021 Moose seasons, permit quotas, and areas, 220-415-120 2021 Bighorn sheep seasons, permit quotas, and areas, 220-415-130 2021 Mountain goat seasons, permit quotas, and areas, and 220-416-060 2021-2022 Migratory gamebird seasons and regulations.
Hearing Location(s): On March 18, 2022, at 8:00 a.m., webinar. This meeting will take place by webinar. The public may participate in the meeting. Registration is required to testify at the public hearing. Registration deadlines and registration forms are available at http://wdfw.wa.gov/about/commission/meetings or contact the commission office at 360-902-2267.
Date of Intended Adoption: April 8, 2022.
Submit Written Comments to: Wildlife Program, P.O. Box 43200, Olympia, WA 98504, email 2022HuntingSeason102@PublicInput.com, voicemail public comment 855-925-2801 project code 2331, https://publicinput.com/2022HuntingSeason102, by March 19, 2022.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Title VI/ADA compliance coordinator, phone 360-902-2349, TTY 711, email Title6@dfw.wa.gov, https://wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, by March 19, 2022.
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 220-412-100 Landowner hunting permits. The purpose of this proposal is to recommend for adoption slight changes to permit allocations and season dates for properties enrolled in the landowner hunting permit program. In addition, staff proposes wording changes to the WAC that addresses identified discrepancies between the WAC language and Commission Policy C-6002. Proposed changes will align and reestablish the language in the commission policy if adopted.
WAC 220-415-020 2021-2023 Deer general seasons and definitions. The department sets deer general seasons in accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012. Proposals for major changes to general seasons are considered at a three-year cycle (most recently completed in 2021). Minor proposed changes are considered on an annual basis or due to emerging needs. Proposed changes for 2022 include:
1. A change to black-tailed deer early archery 2022 general season dates is proposed to fix an error in the 2021-2023 season setting process that inadvertently lengthened the early archery season and created overlap with elk muzzleloader special permits in the same hunt areas. The change avoids season overlap and potential conflict among different weapon-type hunters in the same hunt area, minimal other effects are anticipated.
2. A change in the list of game management units (GMU) for western Washington black-tailed deer early muzzleloader season is proposed to fix a minor error (GMUs listed out of order). This change clarifies open GMUs and no effects are anticipated.
3. A change in the 2022 and 2023 late archery mule deer general season for GMUs 209, 215, 233, 243, 250 is proposed to fix an error in the 2021-2023 three-year season setting process which had inadvertently shortened the season without public input. This change is anticipated to restore season length and hunting opportunity to previous levels.
WAC 220-415-030 2022 Deer special permits. The primary purpose of this proposal is to retain deer special permit opportunity in 2022 in accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012. Changes to deer special permit availability (i.e., permit dates, permit levels) are proposed to balance hunting opportunity among user groups with deer population status (i.e., increased hunting opportunities when populations allow, reduced opportunities when declining numbers warrant reduction), and to retain consistency in season timing (e.g., open/close day of week). Notable proposed changes include:
1. Reductions in permits in the antlerless, youth, 2nd deer, and hunter with disability categories are proposed to assist population recovery of white-tailed deer and mule deer. These changes are proposed in response to hemorrhagic disease outbreaks in eastern Washington during late summer of 2021, which reduced local population abundance. Reductions in Region 2 are also warranted due to concern over poor population productivity. Anticipated effects are a reduction in white-tailed deer and mule deer special permit hunting opportunity, in units/hunts where outbreaks occurred, to facilitate population rebound.
2. Reductions in permits in the quality and buck categories are proposed to balance hunter opportunity with population status (i.e., the number of bucks on the landscape) for white-tailed deer and mule deer. These changes are proposed in response to hemorrhagic disease outbreaks in eastern Washington during late summer of 2021, which reduced local population abundance. Anticipated effects are a reduction in white-tailed deer and mule deer special permit hunting opportunity in units/hunts where outbreaks occurred.
3. Moving Skokomish Quality deer permit opportunity to the Buck category; reductions in permit numbers in Buck, Antlerless, Senior, and Hunter with Disability categories in GMU 636 in response to harvest trends that indicate population decline in the unit. Anticipated effects are a reduced permit draw opportunity in GMU 636.
4. Reductions in Antlerless deer permits in North River (GMU 658), Minot Peak (GMU 660), Capitol Peak (GMU 663), and Williams Creek (GMU 673) and reductions in Youth, 65+ Senior, and Hunters with Disabilities permit levels for North River (GMU 658) and Capitol Peak (GMU 663) in response to harvest trends (i.e., total harvest, success, ratio of bucks to antlerless animals harvested) that indicate potential population decline, motivating conservative target harvest levels.
WAC 220-415-040 Elk area descriptions. 1. An elk area (3911) boundary change is proposed to exclude an area of non-agricultural land. Under the current boundary, elk in the unincorporated WDFW property are frequently pressured onto neighboring private property by hunting activity, occasionally creating conflict with landowners. Neighboring landowners have requested the change as they believe elk are being pressured onto private crop fields. A new boundary fence may be constructed in the near future in cooperation with the irrigation district. Anticipated effects are the reduction in neighboring private landowner conflict with elk, other effects are anticipated to be minimal.
2. An elk area (1054) is proposed in GMU 154. The department anticipates a better ability to mitigate elk damage in GMU 154 by concentrating hunting activity where damage is most prevalent, while preventing additional harvest of antlerless elk in other areas of GMU 154 where population growth is a priority.
WAC 220-415-050 2021-2023 Elk general seasons and definitions. The department sets elk general seasons in accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012. Proposals for major changes to general seasons are considered at a three-year cycle (most recently completed in 2021). Minor proposed changes are considered on an annual basis or due to emerging needs. Proposed changes for 2022 include:
1. A change to the eastern Washington archery and muzzleloader general season open GMUs is proposed to exclude deer area 5382. This change is anticipated to eliminate overlap between elk general season hunters and deer special permit holders in deer area 5382, thereby maintaining hunt quality for deer special permit holders and minimizing potential conflict between elk general season hunters and deer special permit hunters. A minor reduction in open hunt area for general season elk hunters is anticipated (i.e., deer area 5382).
WAC 220-415-060 2022 Elk special permits. The primary purpose of this proposal is to retain elk special permit opportunity in 2022 in accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012. Specific changes to elk special permit availability (i.e., permit dates, permit levels) are proposed to balance hunting opportunity among user groups against elk population status (i.e., increased hunting opportunities when populations allow, reduced opportunities when declining numbers warrant reduction), to retain consistency in season timing (e.g., open/close day of week), or to avoid overlap among big game special permits and general seasons (e.g., overlap of seasons with different legal weapon types). Notable proposed changes include:
1. Reduction in permit levels for Quality Elk permits in some of the Blue Mountains elk herd area (Blue Creek, Tucannon, Wenaha East, Mountain View, Peola) in response to reduced elk abundance in this population. Anticipated effects are a reduction in draw opportunity for the above hunts.
2. Elimination of the Mt. Adams 'quality' elk special permit hunt is proposed. This permit opportunity has declined in quality (i.e., hunter success, satisfaction) and has caused conflict among hunters of different weapon types due to overlapping deer general seasons. Anticipated effects are a reduction in quality draw opportunity (five permits).
3. Elimination of the Carlton and West Goat Rocks special permit hunts is proposed. This permit opportunity has declined in quality (i.e., hunter success, satisfaction) and is sensitive to land closures (e.g., because of wildfire) because of the restricted hunt areas. The department is proposing to offset the loss of Quality Elk opportunity in this area by increasing permit opportunity in the South Rainier and Packwood hunts, which offer more flexibility to an individual hunter in hunt area. Anticipated effects are a decreased Quality Bull permit opportunity (reduction in 10 permits), albeit offset by an increase in permit opportunity within the same area (i.e., South Rainier and Packwood hunts).
4. Increased permit levels for Skokomish Bull elk permits. Anticipated effects are an increase in Bull Elk permit opportunity.
5. Reduction of permit levels for Antlerless elk permits in the Mount St. Helens elk herd area (Winston, Coweeman, Lewis River, Washougal, Siouxon, Wind River, West Klickitat) in response to population declines. Anticipated effects are a reduction in Antlerless elk permit opportunity.
6. Elimination of the Forks 65+ Senior Antlerless elk special permit is proposed. The hunt is designed to address conflict elk, but the number of hunters has created crowding and associated landowner complaints. Anticipated effects are a reduction (by 10 permits) of 65+ Senior Antlerless elk special permit draw opportunity.
7. New "incentive" special permits are proposed that are associated with the department's pilot program to incentivize the harvest of elk that display signs of treponeme-associated hoof disease. Anticipated effects are an additional permit opportunity (19 permits) for hunters that participated in the department's elk hoof disease incentive program (https://wdfw.wa.gov/species-habitats/diseases/elk-hoof/incentive-permits).
WAC 220-415-070 2022 Moose seasons, permit quotas, and areas. 1. A change is proposed to exclude Parker Lake from hunt area 49 degrees North. The excluded area is undergoing a large-scale timber harvest that will negatively impact hunt quality. The excluded area will likely be restored in the future. No substantial impact to harvest opportunity is anticipated.
2. A change to the hunt area of the Hangman and Cheney B hunts that expands the hunt area to include GMU 139 is proposed. Anticipated effects are expanded hunting opportunity while assisting the department in addressing moose that occasionally cause conflict.
WAC 220-415-120 2022 Bighorn sheep seasons, permit quotas, and areas. 1. Changes to bighorn sheep permit availability (i.e., permit levels) are proposed to balance hunting opportunity with population status. Elimination of Selah Butte and Umtanum (Yakima bighorn herd) adult ewe, juvenile ram, and youth permits are proposed due to a recent outbreak of bighorn sheep pneumonia. Anticipated effects are a reduction in special permit hunting opportunity for bighorn sheep in the two hunt areas.
2. An adjustment of hunt dates is proposed that increase or maintain the number of open days for some hunts. The anticipated effect of this proposal is a maintenance or increase in hunt opportunity as measured by hunting days.
3. Modification of the hunt area for the Mountain View – Black Butte hunt is proposed to increase the hunt area to include GMUs 186 and portions of GMU 181. Anticipated effects are expanded hunting area for this permit, otherwise no effects are anticipated.
WAC 220-415-130 2022 Mountain goat seasons, permit quotas, and areas. 1. A one-permit reduction in mountain goat permit availability of the Goat Rocks East hunt is proposed to balance hunting opportunity with population status. The anticipated effect of this proposal is a minor reduction in mountain goat special permit opportunity.
2. Suspension of "conflict reduction special permits" are proposed. These permits are in association with a depopulation effort on the Olympic Peninsula. In summer 2022, aerial removal efforts will continue in the current hunt areas. As a result, few, if any, mountain goats are anticipated to remain in the hunt area and hunting opportunity will be poor quality. This change is anticipated to avoid poor hunt quality, at the expense of reduced mountain goat draw opportunity. Future permit opportunity may be reinstated after the aerial removal has concluded if mountain goats remain in accessible locations in the hunt area.
WAC 220-416-060 2021-2022 Migratory gamebird seasons and regulations. Migratory gamebird seasons and regulations are developed based on cooperative management programs among states of the Pacific Flyway and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), considering population status and other biological parameters. The rule establishes migratory gamebird seasons and regulations to provide recreational opportunity, control waterfowl damage, and conserve the migratory gamebird resources of Washington. The proposed changes, if adopted, will:
1. Adjust season dates relative to 2022-2023 calendar dates;
2. Maintain the "liberal regulatory alternative" as prescribed by the Western Mallard Adaptive Harvest Management Protocol for season length and bag-limit for ducks (107 days, up to seven duck bag-limit, including no more than two female mallards);
3. Maintain one-pintail per day bag-limit and associated possession limit per the USFWS Northern Pintail Harvest Strategy;
4. Maintain two-scaup per day bag-limit and associated possession limits, while maintaining an 86-day season length per the optimal regulatory alternative described in adaptive harvest management (AHM) protocol;
5. Evaluate sea duck harvest estimates in relation to the most recent PSAMP aerial survey results for consistency with the Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) sea duck management strategies of less than five percent of the winter index;
6. Decrease the Canada goose (including cackling geese) daily bag-limit in Goose Management Area 2-Coast and Goose Management Area 2-Inland to three Canada geese per day bag-limit and associated possession limits during the regular season;
7. The brant season in Skagit County will start closed as the most recent three-year winter index has fallen below 3,000 brant;
8. Adjusts the nine-day band-tailed pigeon season dates to start and end on a weekend; and
9. Clarifies that mandatory harvest reporting information must be recorded within the designated spaces provided on the harvest record card.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: WAC 220-412-100 Landowner hunting permits. The proposal, if adopted, would adjust the landowner hunting permit WAC to reflect the new proposed permit allocations and season dates for the enrolled properties in the landowner hunting permit program. Date changes and permit allocations are proposed to allow opportunities where populations can handle increased recreational hunting. In addition, proposed adjustments to wording would align language between WAC and Commission Policy C-6002. In reviewing WAC and Policy language, staff realized that there were some discrepancies that could prompt confusion. The landowner hunting permit program is currently outlined in Commission Policy C-6002. Portions of the language in the current version of the WAC deviates from the language within the commission policy and may create confusion among the public and enrolled landowners. Aligning and reestablishing the language to be consistent with the commission policy should provide the necessary clarity and minimize the potential for confusion among the public and enrolled landowners.
WAC 220-415-020 2021-2023 Deer general seasons and definitions. This proposal, if adopted, would provide clarity in WAC to further the department's mandate to provide sustainable recreational hunting opportunities. Date changes are proposed to avoid overlap of hunters of different species/weapon types, avoiding potential hunter dissatisfaction and conflict; or to restore season length to previous levels (i.e., levels set during the preceding three-year cycle). Proposed changes to the GMU list for western Washington black-tailed deer early muzzleloader season is proposed to clarify open units, but no change in open units are proposed.
WAC 220-415-030 2021 Deer special permits. This proposal, if adopted, would provide special permit deer hunting opportunities at levels that avoid overharvest to maintain sustainable general deer hunting season opportunities in 2022 and in the future. The proposal would help address deer agricultural damage problems and provide for deer population control when needed. Reductions in permit levels in Region 1 and Region 2 in the antlerless, youth, 2nd deer, and hunter with disability categories are proposed to assist population recovery of white-tailed deer and mule deer. These changes are proposed in response to hemorrhagic disease outbreaks in eastern Washington during late summer of 2021, which reduced local population abundance. Reductions in Region 2 are also warranted due to concern over poor population productivity. Reductions in Regions 1 and Region 2 Quality or Buck category permit levels are in response to the hemorrhagic disease outbreaks that occurred in late summer 2021, which reduced deer abundance. Reductions are warranted to assist population recovery and to maintain hunt quality (e.g., success, satisfaction). Reductions in permit levels in GMUs 636, 658, 660, 663, and 673 are in response to harvest trends that indicate potential population decline, warranting conservative harvest levels. Inversely, permit increases are in response to harvest statistics that indicate populations that can sustain increased harvest levels or in an effort to address wildlife-landowner conflict issues.
WAC 220-415-040 Elk area descriptions. The proposed boundary change to elk area 3911, if adopted, would allow for continued wildlife-conflict mitigation while addressing concerns from neighboring landowners. The proposed elk area 1054 would help address elk agricultural damage by concentrating harvest pressure where damage is most common, while avoiding harvest of Antlerless elk in areas where population growth is desired.
WAC 220-415-050 2021-2023 Elk general seasons and definitions. The proposed, if adopted, would eliminate overlap between elk general season hunters and deer special permit holders in deer area 5382, thereby maintaining hunt quality for deer special permit holders and minimizing potential conflict between elk general season hunters and deer special permit hunters.
WAC 220-415-060 2021 Elk special permits. This proposal, if adopted, would provide special permit elk hunting opportunities at levels that avoid overharvest to maintain sustainable general elk hunting season opportunities in 2021 and in the future. The proposal would help address elk agricultural damage problems and provide for elk population control when needed. Reductions in permit levels in the Blue Mountains elk herd area (Blue Creek, Tucannon, Wenaha East, Mountain View, Peola) in the Quality and Antlerless categories are in response to reduced population abundance (population estimate was ~35 percent below objective in 2021). The proposed elimination of the Mt. Adams, Carlton, and West Goat Rocks 'quality' elk special permit hunt is in response to a decline in hunt quality and negative hunter feedback regarding hunt satisfaction. Reduction of permit levels for Antlerless elk permits in the Mount St. Helens elk herd area (Winston, Coweeman, Lewis River, Washougal, Siouxon, Wind River, West Klickitat) are proposed because of a documented population decline in the last decade and conservative antlerless harvest is warranted until population surveys indicate increased abundance. The proposed elimination of the Forks 65+ Senior Antlerless elk special permit is in an effort to mitigate hunter crowding and associated landowner complaints. The new "incentive" special permits are associated with the department's pilot program to incentivize the harvest of elk that display signs of treponeme-associated hoof disease. This program is designed to reduce the prevalence of elk hoof disease in western Washington. The proposed 2022 incentive permits, if adopted, would be awarded via random draw to eligible hunters that participated in the program during the 2021 elk hunting seasons.
WAC 220-415-070 2021 Moose seasons, permit quotas, and areas. In accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012, this proposal, if adopted, would provide special permit moose hunting opportunities at levels that avoid overharvest to maintain sustainable general moose hunting season opportunities in 2021 and in the future. Exclusion of Parker Lake from hunt area 49 degrees North is due to a large-scale timber harvest operation, which will disturb moose from that area and could result in poor hunt quality for this once-in-a-lifetime hunt. An expanded hunt area in Hangman and Cheney B permit hunts is warranted due to a growing moose population in GMU 139 and a need to help address occasional human-moose conflict.
WAC 220-415-120 2021 Bighorn sheep seasons, permit quotas, and areas. In accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012, this proposal, if adopted, would provide special permit bighorn hunting opportunities at levels that avoid overharvest to maintain sustainable general bighorn hunting season opportunities in 2021 and in the future. The proposed elimination of Selah Butte and Umtanum (Yakima bighorn herd) adult ewe, juvenile ram, and youth permits are due to a recent outbreak of bighorn sheep pneumonia. These permits were created in 2019 and modified in 2020 to assist in population reduction as part of a new novel effort to eliminate Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae, the pathogen that causes pneumonia. Unfortunately, an outbreak of pneumonia occurred in 2021 and management efforts must be put on hold until the impact of the outbreak are understood.
WAC 220-415-130 2021 Mountain goat seasons, permit quotas, and areas. In accordance with the department's mandate to provide recreational hunting opportunity and preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage wildlife populations, RCW 77.04.012, this proposal, if adopted, would provide special permit mountain goat hunting opportunities at levels that avoid overharvest to maintain sustainable general mountain goat hunting season opportunities in 2021 and in the future. A reduction of the Goat Rocks East mountain goat permit hunt is warranted due to concerns of population decline. The "conflict reduction special permits" were originally created to assist a mountain goat depopulation effort on the Olympic Peninsula. In summer 2022, aerial removal efforts will continue in the current hunt areas and few, if any, mountain goats are anticipated to remain in the hunt area, resulting in poor quality hunting opportunity. Future permit opportunity may be reinstated after the aerial removal has concluded if mountain goats remain in accessible locations in the hunt area.
WAC 220-416-060 2021-2022 Migratory gamebird seasons and regulations. Migratory gamebird season frameworks are established through ongoing interagency management programs involving USFWS and flyway organizations, including input from Canada, Russia, and Mexico. Federal frameworks include maximum bag limits, season lengths, season timing, and other regulations. Pacific Flyway season frameworks follow harvest strategies and management plans that have been developed cooperatively by USFWS and the Pacific Flyway Council. All states adopt waterfowl seasons within federal frameworks, and in many cases, they are more restrictive to address regional conservation needs. Management agencies utilize AHM to establish duck season frameworks. AHM relies on annual survey information and population models to prescribe optimal regulation packages each year. The population of ducks in the western part of North America is managed separately from the eastern flyways, as part of the models developed for western mallard AHM. Western mallard AHM uses results from breeding surveys and other information from western areas rather than from the Canadian prairies, recognizing differences in Pacific Flyway breeding areas. The season packages proposed for western mallard AHM are the same as developed under mid-continent mallard AHM (liberal, moderate, and restrictive), although different models are used to prescribe annual packages. No surveys of the breeding waterfowl were conducted due to COVID-19 and travel restrictions, however assessments of duck populations based on the most recent trends recommended status quo in season dates and bag-limit structure to those offered during the 2021-22 migratory gamebird seasons. Northern pintail status remained below population objective, maintaining a daily bag limit of one pintail per the USFWS Northern Pintail Harvest Strategy. Additionally, based on the most recent scaup status, the optimal regulatory alternative described in AHM protocol, requires a restrictive regulatory alternative, maintaining the daily bag limit to two scaup per day, but maintains the 86-day season length. Since June 2013, prescriptive guidelines inform sea duck harvest strategies with harvest rate targets of less than five percent or less of the winter index as measured by aerial surveys (PSAMP) conducted by WDFW. Updated information from this aerial survey will be available in late February for current assessment of harvest rates. The Pacific Flyway Council's management plan for cackling goose (Branta hutchinsii minima) directs impacted states to implement regulatory actions to regain the population objective, when the three-year average population index falls below 225,000 geese. The most recent three-year average for this population is 206,763 prompting Washington, Oregon and Alaska to recommend reduced bag limits in high-harvest regions of the Pacific Flyway to regain the objective. In Washington, Goose Management Area 2-Coast and Goose Management Area 2-Inland account for the highest harvest of cackling goose (B. h. minima). The mandatory harvest report cards provide improved estimates of total harvest for species and harvest effort in discrete or limited zones of Washington, where traditional methods are not capable of producing reliable or precise estimates of harvest. Harvest record cards are designed to improve how harvest reporting information is recorded and for the enforcement of the harvest restrictions in these specific cases. Specifying harvest in the designated spaces on the card clarifies intent and reduces potential confusion by users.
Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012, 77.04.055, 77.12.047, and 77.12.240.
Statute Being Implemented: RCW 77.04.012, 77.04.055, 77.12.047, and 77.12.240
Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.
Name of Proponent: WDFW, governmental.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting and Implementation: Eric Gardner, 1111 Washington Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98501, 360-902-2515; Enforcement: Steve Bear, 1111 Washington Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98501, 360-902-2373.
A school district fiscal impact statement is not required under RCW 28A.305.135.
A cost-benefit analysis is not required under RCW 34.05.328. This proposal does not require a cost-benefit analysis under RCW 34.05.328.
This rule proposal, or portions of the proposal, is exempt from requirements of the Regulatory Fairness Act because the proposal:
Is exempt under RCW 19.85.025(3) as the rules only correct typographical errors, make address or name changes, or clarify language of a rule without changing its effect.
Is exempt under RCW 19.85.025(4).
Explanation of exemptions: Proposed rule does not affect small businesses.
February 1, 2022
Annie Szvetecz
Rule Coordinator
OTS-3579.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-412-100Landowner hunting permits.
(1) A landowner may enter into a contract with the department and establish boundaries and other requirements for hunter access consistent with commission policy.
(2) It is unlawful to participate in a landowner hunting permit (LHP) hunt without a landowner LHP permit from the landowner or a public LHP permit from the department for the species covered under the landowner's contract and possess an unfilled tag for said species. A violation of this section is punishable under RCW 77.15.410.
(3) Acceptance Guidelines
(a) LHP contracts must provide one or both of the hunting opportunities listed below for the public via landowner permits and public permits:
• Hunting opportunity that otherwise would not exist.
• Hunting opportunity that helps resolve chronic crop damage problems that have been documented by WDFW.
(b) WDFW may deny LHP applications that do not provide substantial public access benefit beyond the allotted WDFW public permit opportunity.
• For the purposes of this program, "substantial public benefit" will be defined as access for the general public to the property outside of the designated LHP permit season, for any of the following activities: General season or special permit hunting access for deer, elk, bear, cougar, sheep, goat, moose, upland game birds, turkey, waterfowl, dove or other nonhunting activities such as wildlife viewing or fishing. At a minimum, the LHP property should attempt to allow access for at least two types of recreational opportunity outside of the designated LHP permit seasons for deer and elk. Each LHP agreement must demonstrate a substantial public benefit to the citizens of the state and the wildlife resources of the area. For further information regarding public benefit, please refer to the standard operating procedure.
(c) Lands in a single LHP must have a minimum huntable acreage of 1,000 acres.
• Lands that are contiguous can span GMU boundaries.
• Lands that are not contiguous have to reside within the same GMU.
(d) Only 2 LHP contracts will be active at the same time in each WDFW district (Appendix B). If an LHP crosses district boundaries, the LHP will be considered to be in the district containing the majority of the land and/or hunting opportunity.
(e) WDFW will prioritize LHP applications that score the highest using the scoring matrix (Criteria - Appendix D in the standard operating procedure). In addition to LHP hunts, "no-fee" general public access opportunity is strongly encouraged (e.g., general deer, elk, turkey, upland hunting, or other opportunities as stated in (b) of this subsection). Special accommodations for hunters with disabilities, youth, seniors, and designated master hunters are also strongly encouraged, as well as "no-fee" access for special permit holders (e.g., elk, bear, moose and bighorn sheep).
(f) To ensure predictability for landowners, hunters, and WDFW, all landowners who enter into an LHP contract in April are required to abide by the conditions of the LHP contract for the term of the contract. Any changes in property ownership, total acreage or management practices on the land(s) enrolled in the LHP will require an amendment to the contract. WDFW reserves the right to alter conditions to the contract if an amendment is required. It is the responsibility of the landowner to inform the proper WDFW regional staff of any changes. Not providing accurate information may result in the termination of the contract.
(g) Landowners may only be involved in one LHP statewide.
(4) Program Guidelines
(a) Policy C-6002 divides hunting on LHP cooperator lands into public and landowner permit opportunities. Public opportunity is defined as permits that are drawn through the WDFW permit drawing system or are drawn through a public raffle. Landowner opportunity is defined as those permits allocated to and distributed by the LHP cooperator(s).
(b) No LHP permits for elk will be issued in those GMUs where branch-antlered bull elk hunting is by quality or bull elk special permits only.
(c) No LHP permits for deer will be issued in those GMUs where antlered deer hunting is by quality or buck deer special permits only.
(d) Landowners may sell access associated with the landowner ((LHP))portion of the permits, but then ((may be required to))must waive the right to all claims for wildlife damage that may occur on their lands. Selling access may also affect landowner liability as described in RCW 4.24.200 and 4.24.210. It is the responsibility of the landowner to ensure they are protected against liability claims.
(e) WDFW will draw permits for public hunting opportunity through the licensing permit drawing system or through a public raffle. Public raffles must be conducted according to state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, WAC 220-412-050 and as outlined in the commission policy C-6002.
(f) Access to LHP property and associated hunting will be free of charge for individuals who draw a public LHP permit. Hunting opportunity (i.e., location, length of time, season of the hunt and hunting area) must be equivalent for public permit holders and landowner permit holders. Landowners not meeting this requirement will have their LHP contract voided. Landowners in an LHP may be required to provide evidence verifying equitability between both the public and landowner permits.
(g) Lands in an LHP contract will be identified on the WDFW website, along with other private and public hunting lands. The cooperator or WDFW may create additional detailed maps to better inform the public. Any additional maps or materials may also be posted on the WDFW website.
(h) LHP boundaries will be posted with WDFW approved signs in accordance with boundary posting requirements section of the standard operating procedure.
(i) LHP properties may not have fences that alter or prevent the natural movement of wildlife.
(j) All LHP permits are only valid within the identified LHP property boundaries. Any wildlife harvested outside the boundaries of the LHP using an LHP permit will be considered a "closed season" violation. LHP permits are not valid on private or public in-holdings that are not included in the LHP contract.
(k) Any cost to implement the program, other than costs typically covered by WDFW (e.g., WDFW staff time and LHP signage), will be the responsibility of the landowner.
(l) Damage prevention permits authorized under WAC 220-440-060 will be issued to LHP cooperators only if WDFW deems it necessary to control damage.
(m) All LHP contracts will be tied to the three-year season setting cycle.
(n) LHP permits will be allocated annually. WDFW regional staff will provide permit recommendations to the private lands section manager by November of each year.
(o) A cooperator who does not comply with their LHP contract may have their contract voided by the department. If their contract is voided, they will not be able to reapply until the next application cycle and forfeit any remaining permits to WDFW. If a contract is voided, the LHP property may be enrolled in another WDFW access program without having to wait until the next LHP application cycle.
(p) WDFW at its discretion may deny any LHP application for biological or social reasons.
(q) LHPs shall not be authorized in areas where other access opportunities may be jeopardized.
(r) Due to the limited availability of habitat funding, LHP properties will not be prioritized for any funding available to the private lands access program for the purposes of habitat enhancement, restoration or other habitat related activities. This does not include federal programs, where WDFW staff provide technical assistance.
Annual reports (Appendix C) will be required for all LHP properties. The annual report form will be mailed to the landowners with their LHP permits each year. Reports are due back to the private lands section manager no later than May 1st of the following year. Failing to mail/send completed annual reports may result in a delay in issuing permits the following hunting season. Chronic failure to submit reports will lead to voiding of the LHP contract.
(5)(a) Buckrun
(i) Buckrun is located in Grant County, near the town of Wilson Creek.
(ii) Hunting on Buckrun is managed for a quality experience by scheduling hunt dates and keeping the number of hunters in the field low. Hunters with limited flexibility for hunt dates may experience scheduling problems. Hunters can generally expect one-day hunts during the permit seasons with written authorization from the Buckrun manager. All hunters must check in and out with the landowner or their designee on hunt day. Hunts are scheduled on a first-come basis by calling 509-345-2577 in advance.
(b) Buckrun landowner hunting permits
(i) Buckrun's manager will distribute Buckrun's landowner hunting permits. Buckrun may charge an access fee for these permits, but not for winning raffle permits. Only hunters possessing a modern firearm deer tag are eligible for permits on Buckrun's properties. Contact the manager at 509-345-2577 for additional information.
(ii) Deer Seasons for the landowner portion of LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
Buckrun
10
Sept. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless Mule Deer or any White-tailed Deer
Buckrun
Buckrun
30
Sept. 1 - Dec. 31
Any deer
Buckrun
Buckrun Raffle
10
Oct. 25 - Dec. 31
Any deer
Buckrun
(c) Buckrun public hunting permits
(i) Hunters must apply to the Washington department of fish and wildlife for Buckrun's special hunting permits. Only hunters possessing a modern firearm deer tag are eligible for these special permits. All hunters must check in and out with the landowner or their designee. Hunts must be scheduled in advance by calling 509-345-2577.
(ii) Deer Seasons for the public portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Permit Number
Permit Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
Buckrun
10
Sept. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
Buckrun
(6)(a) Silver Dollar Association
The Silver Dollar Association is located in Yakima and Benton counties, on the western edge of the Hanford Reservation.
(b) Silver Dollar Association landowner hunting permits
(i) The Silver Dollar Association's manager will distribute the association's landowner hunting permits. The association may charge an access fee for these permits.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the landowner portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
Silver Dollar
24
Aug. 1 - March 31
Any Elk
Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar
8
Aug. 1 - March 31
Antlerless
Silver Dollar
(c) Silver Dollar Association public hunting permits
(i) Hunters must apply to the department for the Silver Dollar Association's special hunting permits.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the public portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Permit Number
Weapon/Tag
Permit Season
Special
Restrictions
Boundary
Description
Silver Dollar
8
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Youth Only, Any Elk
Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar Antlerless Elk
6
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Youth Only, Antlerless Elk Only
Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar Antlerless Elk
2
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Persons of Disability Only, Antlerless Elk Only
Silver Dollar
(7)(a) Blackrock Ranches
Blackrock Ranches is located in Yakima County west of the Hanford Reservation.
(b) Blackrock Ranches landowner hunting permits
(i) Blackrock Ranches' manager will distribute the ranches' landowner hunting permits. Blackrock Ranches may charge an access fee for these permits.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the landowner portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
Blackrock Ranches
8
Aug. 1 - March 31
Any Elk
Blackrock Ranches
Blackrock Ranches
2
Aug. 1 - March 31
Antlerless
Blackrock Ranches
(c) Blackrock Ranches public hunting permits
(i) Hunters must apply to the department for Blackrock Ranches' special hunting permits. To apply, hunters must have an eastside elk tag.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the public portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Permit Number
Weapon/Tag
Permit
Season
Special
Restrictions
Boundary
Description
Blackrock Ranches
2
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Any Elk
Blackrock Ranches
Blackrock Ranches
1
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Antlerless Only
Blackrock Ranches
Blackrock Ranches
1
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Youth Only, Any Elk
Blackrock Ranches
Blackrock Ranches
1
EF
Aug. 1 - March 31
Youth Only, Antlerless Only
Blackrock Ranches
(8)(a) Columbia Plateau Wildlife Management Association
(i) The Columbia Plateau Wildlife Management Association (CPWMA) landowner hunting permit area is located in Spokane County (GMU 130) near Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.
(ii) Landowner permit hunts are primarily small ranch hunts but are managed for a quality experience by keeping the number of hunters in the field low.
(b) Columbia Plateau Wildlife Management Association landowner hunting permits
(i) CPWMA's manager will distribute the association's landowner hunting permits. CPWMA will not charge an access fee for raffle permit winners. Only hunters possessing an elk tag are eligible for permits on CPWMA's properties. All successfully drawn permit applicants must have written authorization from CPWMA's manager and must check in and out with CPWMA's designee at the beginning and ending of the scheduled hunting dates. Successful applicants will receive a packet of information with forms to complete and a map showing the hunt area. These applicants must complete the forms and return them before September 30. Applicants should see CPWMA's website at www.cpwma.org or contact the hunt manager at 509-263-4616. Holders of landowner permits selected through raffle, including 9 antlerless elk and 2 any elk permits, are eligible to purchase second elk tags that may only be used on lands included in the CPWMA LHP.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the landowner portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
CPWMA
1
Jan. 1 - Mar. 31
Antlerless
CPWMA
CPWMA
1
Jan. 1 - Mar. 31
Any Bull
CPWMA
CPWMA Raffle 1
3
Jan. 1-31
Antlerless
CPWMA
CPWMA Raffle 2
3
Feb. 1-28
Antlerless
CPWMA
CPWMA Raffle 3
3
Mar. 1-31
Antlerless
CPWMA
CPWMA Raffle 4
2
Jan. 1 - Mar. 31
Any Bull
CPWMA
(c) Columbia Plateau Wildlife Management Association public hunting permits
(i) Hunters must apply to the department for CPWMA's special hunting permits. All successfully drawn permit applicants must have written authorization from CPWMA's manager and must check in and out with CPWMA's designee at the beginning and ending of the scheduled hunting dates. Successful applicants will receive a packet of required information with forms to complete and a map showing the hunt area. These applicants must complete the forms and return them before September 30. Applicants should see CPWMA's website at www.cpwma.org or contact the hunt manager at 509-263-4616.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the public portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
CPWMA 1
1
Jan. 1 - Mar. 31
Any Bull
CPWMA
(9)(a) Centralia Mine
(i) Centralia Mine landowner hunting permit area is located in Lewis and Thurston counties (GMU 667) on the Centralia Mine near Centralia.
(ii) The Centralia Mine is owned by TransAlta and is a federally mandated, closed access area. Hunters must be escorted by TranAlta employees to access the property. Public hunters that are drawn for permits are escorted to huntable areas on the mine by employees with TransAlta that volunteer their time.
(b) Centralia Mine landowner hunting permits
(i) TransAlta staff will distribute the Centralia Mine landowner hunting permits including to TransAlta staff that volunteer as guides for state disabled, senior and youth permit elk hunts. TransAlta volunteers using their permits will attempt to target limping cows to assist with Treponeme Associated Hoof Disease control.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the landowner portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
Centralia Mine
5
Sept. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
Centralia Mine
(c) Centralia Mine public hunting permits
(i) Hunters must apply to the department for Centralia Mine special hunting permits. To apply, hunters must have the required license/transport tag who are 65 years and older at some point during the license year for the senior hunts or be registered with the department as a hunter with a disability for the disabled hunts or meet the qualifications for youth hunting for the youth hunt. Successful applicants will be contacted by TransAlta to arrange their hunt date and will receive a packet of logistical information from TransAlta about the hunt.
(ii) Elk Seasons for the public portion of the LHP permits:
Hunt Name
Quota
Access Season
Special Restrictions
Boundary Description
Centralia Mine
5
Sept. ((4-12))3-11*
Senior only, Antlerless
Centralia Mine
Centralia Mine
5
Sept. ((18-26))17-25*
Disabled only, Antlerless
Centralia Mine
Centralia Mine
1
Oct. ((2-10))1-9*
Youth only, Any Bull
Centralia Mine
*Individuals selected for these hunts will be granted a single weekend within the listed time frame. Coordination with the hunt manager is required when selecting specific weekend dates.
OTS-3580.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-0202021-2023 Deer general seasons and definitions.
It is unlawful to fail to comply with the bag, possession, and season limits described below. Violations of this section are punishable under RCW 77.15.410 Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
Bag Limit: One (1) deer per hunter during the license year except where otherwise permitted by department rule.
Hunting Method: Hunters must select one of the hunting methods: Modern firearm, archery, or muzzleloader.
Any Buck Deer Seasons: Open only to the taking of deer with visible antlers (buck fawns illegal).
Antler Point: To qualify as an antler point, the point must be at least one inch long, measured on the longest side.
Antler Restrictions:APPLIES TO ALL HUNTERS DURING ANY GENERAL SEASON AND DESIGNATED SPECIAL PERMIT SEASONS. Buck deer taken in antler restricted game management units (GMUs) must meet minimum antler point requirements. Minimum antler point requirements are antler points on one side only. Eye guards are antler points when they are at least one inch long.
3-point Minimum GMUs: All mule deer in 100, 200, and 300 series GMUs; white-tailed deer in GMUs 127, 130, 133, 136, 139, 142, 145, 149, 154, 162, 163, 166, 169, 172, 175, 178, 181, 186, and black-tailed deer in GMU 578.
Permit-only Units: The following GMUs require a special permit to hunt deer: 290 (Desert), 329 (Quilomene), 371 (Alkali), and 485 (Green River).
GMUs Closed to Deer Hunting: 157 (Mill Creek Watershed), 490 (Cedar River) and 522 (Loo-wit).
Types of deer that a person may legally hunt in Washington:
Black-tailed Deer: Any member of black-tailed/mule deer (species Odocoileus hemionus) found west of a line drawn from the Canadian border south on the Pacific Crest Trail and along the Yakama Indian Reservation boundary in Yakima County to the Klickitat River; south down Klickitat River to the Columbia River.
Mule Deer: Any member of black-tailed/mule deer (species Odocoileus hemionus) found east of a line drawn from the Canadian border south on the Pacific Crest Trail and along the Yakama Indian Reservation boundary in Yakima County to the Klickitat River; south down Klickitat River to the Columbia River.
White-tailed Deer: Any white-tailed deer (member of the species Odocoileus virginianus), except the Columbian whitetail deer (species Odocoileus virginianus leucurus).
MODERN FIREARM DEER SEASONS
License Required: A valid big game hunting license, which includes a deer species option.
Tag Required: A valid modern firearm deer tag for the area hunted.
Hunting Method: Modern firearm deer tag hunters may use rifle, handgun, shotgun, bow, crossbow, or muzzleloader, but only during modern firearm seasons.
Hunt Season
2021 Dates
2022 Dates
2023 Dates
Game Management Units (GMUs)
Legal Deer
HIGH BUCK HUNTS
 
Sept. 15-25
Sept. 15-25
Sept. 15-25
Alpine Lakes, Mount Baker, Glacier Peak, Pasayten, Olympic Peninsula, and Henry Jackson Wilderness Areas and Lake Chelan Recreation Area
3 pt. min.
GENERAL SEASON
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Oct. 16-29
Oct. 15-28
Oct. 14-27
101, 105, 108, 111, 113, 117, 121, 124
Any buck
 
Oct. 16-26
Oct. 15-25
Oct. 14-24
203 through 284
Any buck
 
Oct. 16-26
Oct. 15-25
Oct. 14-24
127 through 154, 162 through 186
3 pt. min.
 
Oct. 16-26
Oct. 15-25
Oct. 14-24
373, 379, 381
Any deer
Eastern
Washington
Mule Deer
Oct. 16-26
Oct. 15-25
Oct. 14-24
101 through 154, 162 through 186, 203 through 284, 328, 330 through 368, 372, 373, 379, 381, 382 (except closed in Deer Area 5382), 388
3 pt. min.
Western
Washington
Black-tailed Deer
Oct. 16-31
Oct. 15-31
Oct. 14-31
407, 418, 426, 437, 448, 450, 454, 460, 466, 501 through 520, 524 through 556, 560, 568, 572, 574, 601 through 621, 624 (except Deer Area 6020), 627 through 654, 658 through 699
Any buck
 
 
 
 
410, 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 564, 655, Deer Area 6020
Any deer
 
Oct. 16-31
Oct. 15-31
Oct. 14-31
578
3 pt. min
LATE GENERAL SEASON
Western
Washington
Black-tailed Deer
Nov. 18-21
Nov. 17-20
Nov. 16-19
407, 454, 466, 501 through 520, 524 through 560, 568, 572, 601 through 621, 624 (except Deer Area 6020), 627 through 654, 658 through 699
Any buck
 
Nov. 18-21
Nov. 17-20
Nov. 16-19
410, 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 564, 655, Deer Area 6020
Any deer
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Nov. 6-19
Nov. 5-19
Nov. 11-19
105, 108, 111, 113, 117, 121, 124
Any buck
HUNTERS 65 AND OVER AND DISABLED GENERAL SEASONS
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Oct. 23-26
Oct. 22-25
Oct. 21-24
145, 149, 154, Deer Area 1010, and 178
3 pt. min. or antlerless
YOUTH GENERAL SEASONS
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Oct. 23-29
Oct. 22-28
Oct. 21-27
124
Any deer
Oct. 23-26
Oct. 22-25
Oct. 21-24
127 through 142
3 pt. min. or antlerless
Oct. 16-26
Oct. 15-25
Oct. 14-24
145, 149, 154, Deer Area 1010, and 178
3 pt. min. or antlerless
ARCHERY DEER SEASONS
License Required: A valid big game hunting license, which includes a deer species option.
Tag Required: A valid archery deer tag for the area hunted.
Special Notes: Archery tag holders can only hunt during archery seasons with archery equipment (WAC 220-414-070).
Hunt Area
2021 Dates
2022 Dates
2023 Dates
Game Management Units (GMUs)
Legal Deer
EARLY ARCHERY GENERAL DEER SEASONS
Western
Washington
Black-tailed Deer
Sept. 1-24
Sept. 1-23
Sept. 1-29
407 through 426, 437, 448, 450, 454, 466, 501, 504, 505, 554, 564, 568, 621 through 636, 648 through 652, 654 through 673, 684
Any deer
 
 
 
 
460, 503, 574, 601 through 618, 638, 642, 653, 681 and 699
Any buck
 
 
 
 
578
3 pt. min.
 
Sept. 1-19
Sept. ((1-25))1-18
Sept. 1-24
510, 513, 516, 520, 524, 530, 556
Any deer
 
 
 
 
506, 550, 560, 572
Any buck
Eastern
Washington
Mule Deer
Sept. 1-24
Sept. 1-23
Sept. 1-29
101 through 136, 166 through 175, 181, 243, 334, 382 (except closed in Deer Area 5382), 388
3 pt. min.
 
 
 
 
139, 142, 145, 149, 186, 244 through 247, 249, 250, 260, 284, 372, 373, 379, 381, Deer Area 3334
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
Sept. 1-19
Sept. 1-25
Sept. 1-24
163, 178
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
Sept. 1-19
Sept. 1-25
Sept. 1-24
154, 162, 251, 328, 335, 336, 340, 346, 352, 356, 360, 364, 368
3 pt. min.
 
Sept. 1-15
Sept. 1-15
Sept. 1-15
204 through 242, 248, 254, 262, 266, 269, 272, 278
3 pt. min.
 
Sept. 16-24
Sept. 16-23
Sept. 16-29
204 through 242, 248, 254, 262, 266, 269, 272, 278
3 pt. min. or antlerless
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Sept. 1-24
Sept. 1-23
Sept. 1-29
101 through 124
Any buck
 
 
 
 
204 through 250, 254 through 284, 373, 379, 381
Any deer
 
 
 
 
145, 149, 172, 181, 186
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
 
 
 
127 through 142,166, 169, 175
3 pt. min.
 
Sept. 1-19
Sept. 1-25
Sept. 1-24
154, 162, 163, 178
3 pt. min. or antlerless
LATE ARCHERY GENERAL DEER SEASONS
Western
Washington
Black-tailed Deer
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
437, 466, 510 through 520, 524
Any deer
 
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
448, 460, 506, 530, 560, 572, 601, 603 through 618, 638, 642, 681, and 699
Any buck
 
Nov. 24 - Dec. 31
Nov. 23 - Dec. 31
Nov. 22 - Dec. 31
407, 410, 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 454, 505, 564, 624, 627, 636, 648, 652, 654, 655, 660 through 672
Any deer
Eastern
Washington
Mule Deer
Nov. 24-30
Nov. ((23-30))21-30
Nov. ((22-30))21-30
209, 215, 233, 243, 250
3 pt. min.
 
Nov. 24 - Dec. 8
Nov. 23 - Dec. 8
Nov. 22 - Dec. 8
336, 342, 346, 352, 364, 388, Deer Area 3682
3 pt. min.
 
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
145, 163, 178, 272, 278, 373, Deer Area 3372
3 pt. min. or antlerless
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Nov. 10 - Dec. 15
Nov. 10 - Dec. 15
Nov. 10 - Dec. 15
101
Any buck
 
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
105, 108, 117, 121, 124
Any buck
 
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
127
3 pt. min.
 
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
145, 163, 178, 272, 278
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
204, 209, 215, 233, 243
Any deer
 
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
373
Any deer
MUZZLELOADER DEER SEASONS
License Required: A valid big game hunting license, which includes a deer species option.
Tag Required: A valid muzzleloader deer tag for the area hunted.
Hunting Method: Muzzleloader only.
Special Notes: Muzzleloader tag holders can only hunt during muzzleloader seasons and must hunt with muzzleloader equipment (WAC 220-414-060) or archery equipment (WAC 220-414-070).
Hunt Area
2021 Dates
2022 Dates
2023 Dates
Game Management Units (GMUs)
Legal Deer
High Buck Hunts
Sept. 15-25
Sept. 15-25
Sept. 15-25
Alpine Lakes, Glacier Peak, Pasayten, Mount Baker, Olympic Peninsula, and Henry Jackson Wilderness areas, and Lake Chelan Recreation Area
3 pt. min.
EARLY MUZZLELOADER GENERAL DEER SEASONS
Western
Washington
Black-tailed Deer
Sept. 25 - Oct. 3
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Sept. 30 - Oct. 8
407, 418, 426, 437, 448, 450, 501, 503, 504, 505, 506, 510, 513, 516, 520, 530, 550, 554, 560, 568, 572, 574, 603, 607, 612, 615, 621, 624 (except Deer Area 6020), ((621,)) 633 through 651, 660, 663, 672, 673
Any buck
 
 
 
 
410, 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 454, 564, 627, 652, 655, 666, 684, and Deer Area 6020
Any deer
 
 
 
 
578
3 pt. min.
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Sept. 25 - Oct. 3
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Sept. 30 - Oct. 8
101 through 124, 203, 204, 209, 215, 231, 233, 239, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 250, 251, 254, 260, 262, 266, 269, 272, 278, 284
Any buck
 
 
 
 
145, 149
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
 
 
 
127, 130, 133, 136, 139, 142, 175, 181, 186
3 pt. min.
 
 
 
 
373, 379
Any deer
Eastern
Washington
Mule Deer
Sept. 25 - Oct. 3
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Sept. 30 - Oct. 8
101 through 149, 175, 181, 186, 203, 204, 209, 215, 231, 233, 239, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 248, 250, 251, 254, 260, 262, 266, 269, 272, 278, 284, 328, 330 through 342, 352 through 368, 373, 379
3 pt. min.
Eastern
Washington
Mule Deer
Sept. 25 - Oct. 3
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Sept. 30 - Oct. 8
Deer Areas 3334 and 3372
3 pt. min. or antlerless
LATE MUZZLELOADER GENERAL DEER SEASONS
Western
Washington
Black-tailed
Deer
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
407, 410, 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 454, 504, 564, 633, 654, 666, 667, and 684
Any deer
 
 
 
 
448, 460, 501, 602, 621, 651, 658, and 673
Any buck
Eastern
Washington
White-tailed Deer
Nov. 24 - Dec. 8
Nov. 23 - Dec. 8
Nov. 22 - Dec. 8
113
Any buck
 
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
130, 133, 136, 139, 142
3 pt. min.
 
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
172, 181
3 pt. min.
 
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
379, 381
Any deer
Eastern
Washington
Mule Deer
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
379, 381
3 pt. min.
Nov. 20-30
Nov. 20-30
Nov. 20-30
382 (except closed in Deer Area 5382)
3 pt. min.
OTS-3581.2
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-030((2021))2022 Deer special permits.
It is unlawful to fail to comply with the bag, possession, and season limits described below. A violation of this section is punishable under RCW 77.15.410 Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
Deer Special Permit Hunting Seasons (Open to Permit Holders Only)
Hunters must purchase a deer hunting license prior to purchasing a permit application. Hunters may only apply for permits consistent with the tag required for the hunt choice; however, Multiple Season Permit holders may apply for archery, muzzleloader, or modern firearm permit hunts. Hunters drawn for a special permit hunt must comply with weapon restrictions, dates, and other conditions listed for the hunt. Hunters drawn for a special permit designated "Any tag" under the "Weapon/Tag" restriction must use equipment consistent with the requirements of their transport tag and license.
Bag Limit: One (1) deer per hunter during the license year except where otherwise permitted by department rule, even if permits are drawn for more than one deer hunt category.
Quality
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Kelly Hill White-tailed Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
White-tailed, Any buck
GMU 105
5
Kelly Hill Mule Deer Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 3-24
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
GMU 105
1
Douglas White-tailed Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
White-tailed, Any buck
GMU 108
5
Douglas Mule Deer Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 3-24
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
GMU 108
1
Aladdin White-tailed Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
White-tailed, Any buck
GMU 111
5
Aladdin Mule Deer Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 3-24
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
GMU 111
1
Selkirk Mule Deer Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 3-24
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
GMU 113
1
49 Degrees North White-tailed Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
White-tailed, Any buck
GMU 117
5
49 Degrees North Mule Deer Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 3-24
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
GMU 117
1
Huckleberry White-tailed Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
White-tailed, Any buck
GMU 121
5
Huckleberry Mule Deer Buck
Modern
Any
Nov. 3-24
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
GMU 121
1
Mt. Spokane
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
Any buck
GMU 124
5
Mica Peak
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 127
5
Cheney
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 130
5
Roosevelt
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 133
5
Harrington
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 136
5
Steptoe
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 139
5
Almota
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 142
5
Dayton
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 162
5
Tucannon
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 166
2
Wenaha West
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-15
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
Deer Area 1008
2
Wenaha East
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-15
Mule deer, 3 pt. min.
Deer Area 1009
5
Grande Ronde
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 186
1
East Okanogan
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 204
10
Sinlahekin
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 215
10
Chewuch
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 218
15
Pearrygin
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 224
15
Gardner
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 231
10
Pogue
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 233
15
Alta
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 242
15
Manson
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 243
7
Chiwawa
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 245
19
Slide Ridge
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 246
8
Entiat
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 247
15
Swakane
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 250
9
Mission
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 251
7
Desert
Modern
Any
Oct. ((23-31))22-30
Any buck
GMU 290
19
Desert
Modern
Any
Nov. ((6-14))6-13
Any buck
GMU 290
5
Naneum
Modern
Any
Nov. ((15-21))14-20
Any buck
GMU 328
14
Quilomene
Modern
Any
Nov. ((8-21))7-20
Any buck
GMU 329
19
Teanaway
Modern
Any
Nov. ((15-21))14-20
Any buck
GMU 335
26
L.T. Murray
Modern
Any
Nov. ((15-21))14-20
Any buck
GMUs 336, 340
5
Bethel
Modern
Any
Nov. ((8-21))7-20
Any buck
GMU 360
5
Cowiche
Modern
Any
Nov. ((8-21))7-20
Any buck
GMU 368
10
Alkali
Modern
Any
Oct. 30 - Nov. 14
Any buck
GMU 371
8
Grayback
Modern
Any
Nov. ((8-23))7-22
3 pt. min.
GMU 388
20
Nooksack
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
Any buck
GMU 418
25
Skagit
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-17
Any buck
GMU 426
10
Sauk
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
Any buck
GMU 437
25
Stillaguamish
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-17
Any buck
GMU 448
12
Snoqualmie
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 460
10
Green River
Any tag
Any
Nov. 13-19
Any buck
GMU 485
5
Lincoln
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 501
4
Mossyrock
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 505
2
Willapa Hills
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 506
4
Stormking
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 510
1
South Rainier
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 513
1
Packwood
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 516
1
Winston
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 520
4
Ryderwood
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 530
4
Coweeman
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 550
4
Toutle
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 556
1
Lewis River
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 560
1
Washougal
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 568
2
Siouxon
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 572
1
Wind River
Modern
Any
Nov. ((18-25))17-24
Any buck
GMU 574
20
West Klickitat
Modern
Any
Nov. ((18-25))17-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 578
15
Mason
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 633
10
Wynoochee
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 648
8
Satsop
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 651
10
White River
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 653
10
Mashel
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 654
10
Minot Peak
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 660
5
Capitol Peak
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 663
8
Skookumchuck
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 667
10
Fall River
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 672
5
Chiliwist
Archery
Any
Nov. 21-30
Any buck
GMU 239
10
Chiwawa
Archery
Any
Dec. 1-8
Any buck
GMU 245
8
Slide Ridge
Archery
Any
Dec. 1-8
Any buck
GMU 246
2
Entiat
Archery
Any
Nov. 21-30
Any buck
GMU 247
30
Desert
Archery
Any
Sept. 1-30
Any buck
GMU 290
10
Desert
Archery
Any
((Nov. 20 - Dec. 5))
Nov. 19 - Dec. 4
Any buck
GMU 290
10
Naneum
Archery
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Any buck
GMU 328
7
Quilomene
Archery
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Any buck
GMU 329
7
Teanaway
Archery
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Any buck
GMU 335
42
Kitsap
Archery
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 627
10
((Skokomish
Archery
Any
Nov. 1-17
Any buck
GMU 636
10))
Skookumchuck
Archery
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 667
10
Blue Mtns. Foothills
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
White-tailed, 3 pt. min.
GMUs 149, 154, 162, 166
((70))
45
Alta
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 25-30
Any buck
GMU 242
10
Chiwawa
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 25-30
Any buck
GMU 245
2
Slide Ridge
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 25-30
Any buck
GMU 246
1
Mission
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 25-30
Any buck
GMU 251
9
Desert
Muzzleloader
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any buck
GMU 290
2
Teanaway
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((8-14))7-13
Any buck
GMU 335
3
L.T. Murray
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((8-14))7-13
Any buck
GMUs 336, 340
1
Bald Mountain
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((8-14))7-13
Any buck
GMUs 342, 346
2
Naneum
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((8-14))7-13
Any buck
GMU 328
1
Quilomene
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Any buck
GMU 329
2
Olympic
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 621
10
Bucks
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Palouse
Modern
Any
Nov. 6-19
White-tailed, 3 pt. min.
GMUs 127-142
((650))
300
Blue Mtns. Foothills West
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-19
White-tailed, 3 pt. min.
GMUs 149, 154, 162, 163,166
((110))
60
Blue Mtns. Foothills East
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-19
White-tailed, 3 pt. min.
GMUs 145, 172, 178, 181
((50))
25
Mayview
Any tag
Any
Nov. 16-19
3 pt. min.
GMU 145
((25))
15
Lick Creek
Modern
Any
Nov. 20-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 175
1
East Okanogan
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 204
((40))
20
Sinlahekin
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 215
((40))
20
Chewuch
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 218
((15))
10
Pearrygin
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 224
((15))
10
Gardner
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 231
((15))
10
Pogue
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 233
((15))
10
Chiliwist
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 239
((15))
10
Alta
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any white-tailed ((deer))buck
GMU 242
((15))
10
Ritzville
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-20
Any buck
GMU 284
10
Simcoe
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
3 pt. min.
Deer Area 5382
5
Hoko
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 601
5
Sol Duc
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 607
5
Goodman
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 612
5
Clearwater
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 615
5
Quinault Ridge
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 638
((2))
1
North River
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 658
((5))
4
Williams Creek
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 673
((5))
3
Bear River-Long Beach
Modern
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMUs 681, 684
2
Parker Lake
Archery
Any
Sept. 1-30 and Nov. 19 - Dec. 1
Any white-tailed buck
Deer Area 1031
5
Big Bend
Archery
Any
Dec. 1-8
Any buck
GMU 248
10
Ritzville
Archery
Any
Dec. ((1-19))1-18
Any buck
GMU 284
11
Alkali
Archery
Any
Sept. 1-24
Any buck
GMU 371
2
Ringold
Archery
Any
Nov. 15-24
3 pt. min.
GMU 379
5
Whitcomb
Archery
Any
Oct. ((1-10))2-14
Any buck
Deer Area 3071
10
Paterson
Archery
Any
Oct. ((1-10))2-14
Any buck
Deer Area 3072
10
Simcoe
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23 and Dec. 1-8
3 pt. min.
Deer Area 5382
3
West Klickitat
Archery
Any
Nov. ((26))25 - Dec. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 578
20
Skokomish
Archery
Any
Nov. 1-16
Any buck
GMU 636
5
Parker Lake
Muzzleloader
Any
Oct. 1-31 and Dec. 2-14
Any white-tailed buck
Deer Area 1031
5
Blue Creek
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 154
10
Dayton
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 162
15
Marengo
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 163
10
Tucannon
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 166
((10))
5
Wenaha
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 169
20
Mountain View
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 172
15
Peola
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
3 pt. min.
GMU 178
10
Ritzville
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((20-28))19-27
Any buck
GMU 284
1
Alkali
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 14
Any buck
GMU 371
1
Kahlotus
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Any buck
GMU 381
20
Whitcomb
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 19-27
Any buck
Deer Area 3071
5
Paterson
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 19-27
Any buck
Deer Area 3072
5
Simcoe
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 20-30
3 pt. min.
Deer Area 5382
3
West Klickitat
Muzzleloader
Any
Dec. 3-8
3 pt. min.
GMU 578
20
Dickey
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 602
5
Copalis-Matheny
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMUs 618, 642
5
Antlerless
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Mayview
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
Antlerless
GMU 145
((40))
15
Prescott
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
Antlerless
GMU 149
((50))
20
Blue Creek
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-19
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 154
((50))
20
Dayton
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-19
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 162
((100))
40
Ten Ten
Modern
Any
Nov. 9-19
Antlerless
Deer Area 1010
((15))
5
Marengo
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 163
((50))
15
Marengo
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
Antlerless
GMU 163
5
Peola
Modern
Any
Nov. 1-12
Antlerless
GMU 178
((40))
15
Lincoln
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 501
15
Mossyrock
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 505
30
Winston
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 520
20
Ryderwood
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 530
10
Olympic
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 621
15
Coyle
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 624
15
Kitsap
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 627
10
Mason
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 633
20
Skokomish
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 636
5
Wynoochee
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 648
30
Satsop
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 651
15
Mashel
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 654
10
North River
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 658
((15))
10
Minot Peak
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 660
20
Capitol Peak
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 663
((15))
5
Skookumchuck
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 667
20
Williams Creek
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 673
5
Mashel
Archery
Any
Oct. ((23-30))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 654
10
Whitcomb
Archery
Any
Oct. ((20-30))18-30
Antlerless
Deer Area 3071
10
Paterson
Archery
Any
Oct. ((20-30))18-30
Antlerless
Deer Area 3072
10
Whitcomb
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 29 - Dec. 5
Antlerless
Deer Area 3071
10
Paterson
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 29 - Dec. 5
Antlerless
Deer Area 3072
10
Washtucna
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Mule deer, antlerless
GMUs 139, 142, 284, 381
200
Mayview
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 145
((15))
5
Prescott
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 149
((25))
10
Blue Creek
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 154
((20))
10
Ten Ten
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
Deer Area 1010
((20))
10
Marengo
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 163
((10))
5
Peola
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 178
((10))
5
Mossyrock
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 505
10
Winston
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 520
5
Ryderwood
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 530
10
Coweeman
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 550
10
Yale
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 554
2
Olympic
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 621
((30))
25
Coyle
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 624
20
Kitsap
Muzzleloader
Any
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 627
25
Mason
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 633
35
Skokomish
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 636
((15))
10
Wynoochee
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 648
((25))
30
Satsop
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 651
((20))
30
Mashel
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 654
20
North River
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 658
((15))
8
Minot Peak
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 660
((10))
5
Capitol Peak
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 663
((20))
5
Williams Creek
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 673
((10))
5
2nd Deer
 
 
 
 
 
 
Second deer permits are only valid with the purchase of a second deer license. The second deer license must be for the same tag type as the first deer license.
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Benge
Any
Any
Dec. ((20-31))19-30
Antlerless
Deer Area 2010
((30))
5
Lakeview
Any
Any
Jan. 1-30, 2022
Antlerless
Deer Area 2011
((15))
5
Methow
Any
Any
((Sept. 7 - Oct. 4))
Sept. 6 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
Deer Area 2012
((10))
5
North Okanogan
Any
Any
((Sept. 7 - Oct. 4))
Sept. 6 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
Deer Area 2013
((10))
5
Central Okanogan
Any
Any
((Sept. 7 - Oct. 4))
Sept. 6 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
Deer Area 2014
((10))
5
Omak
Any
Any
((Sept. 7 - Oct. 4))
Sept. 6 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
Deer Area 2015
((10))
5
Conconully
Any
Any
((Sept. 7 - Oct. 4))
Sept. 6 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
Deer Area 2016
((10))
5
Lake Chelan North
Any
Any
Aug. 1-31
Antlerless
Deer Area 2017
45
North Issaquah
Any
Any
((Oct. 16-31 and Nov. 18-21))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
Deer Area 4541
10
Mt. Spokane
Modern
Any
((Oct. 16-29 and Nov. 6-19))
Oct. 15-28 and Nov. 5-19
Antlerless
GMU 124
5
Mica Peak
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 127
5
Cheney Mule Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 130
((90))
60
Cheney White-tailed Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 130
5
Roosevelt Mule Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 133
((100))
90
Roosevelt White-tailed Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 133
5
Harrington
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 136
((65))
90
Steptoe
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 139
5
Almota
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 142
5
Washtucna
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMUs 139, 142, 284, 381
350
East Okanogan
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 204
((45))
5
Sinlahekin
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 215
((40))
5
Chewuch
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 218
((10))
5
Pearrygin
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 224
((10))
5
Gardner
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 231
((10))
5
Pogue
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 233
((10))
5
Chiliwist
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 239
((10))
5
Alta
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 242
((10))
5
Big Bend
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 248
20
St. Andrews
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 254
15
Foster Creek
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 260
15
Withrow
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 262
15
Badger
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 266
15
Desert
Modern
Any
Dec. ((11-26))10-25
Antlerless
GMU 290
25
Kahlotus
Modern
Any
Dec. 9-17
Antlerless
GMU 381
10
Orcas
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 411
135
Shaw
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 412
40
San Juan
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 413
120
Lopez
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 414
130
Blakely
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 415
60
Decatur
Modern
Any
((Oct. 17 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 19-22))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
GMU 416
5
Cypress
Modern
Any
((Oct. 17 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 19-22))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
GMU 417
30
Guemes
Modern
Any
((Oct. 17 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 19-22))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
GMU 419
20
Whidbey
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 420
275
Camano
Modern
Any
((Oct. 17 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 19-22))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
GMU 421
30
Vashon-Maury
Any
Any
Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 422
200
Anderson
Modern
Any
((Oct. 16-31 and Nov. 18-21))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
GMU 655
30
Deschutes
Modern
Any
((Oct. 16-31 and Nov. 18-21))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
GMU 666
40
Mt. Spokane
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 124
5
Mica Peak
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 127
5
Cheney Mule Deer
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 130
((25))
20
Cheney White-tailed Deer
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 130
5
Roosevelt Mule Deer
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 133
((30))
20
Roosevelt White-tailed Deer
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 133
5
Harrington
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
Antlerless
GMU 136
((15))
30
Steptoe
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 139
5
Almota
Archery
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 142
5
Decatur
Archery
Any
Sept. 1-25 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 416
5
Cypress
Archery
Any
Sept. 1-25 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 417
20
Guemes
Archery
Any
((Sept. 1-25 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 31))
Sept. 1-23 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 419
10
Camano
Archery
Any
((Sept. 1-25 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 31))
Sept. 1-23 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 421
25
Miller
Archery
Any
Dec. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
Deer Area 6020
40
Anderson
Archery
Any
((Sept. 1-24 and Nov. 24 - Dec. 31))
Sept. 1-23 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
GMU 655
10
Mt. Spokane
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 124
5
Mica Peak
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 127
5
Cheney Mule Deer
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 130
10
Cheney White-tailed Deer
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 130
5
Roosevelt Mule Deer
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 133
10
Roosevelt White-tailed Deer
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 133
5
Harrington
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 136
((5))
10
Steptoe
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 139
5
Almota
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 142
5
Foster Creek
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 260
10
Moses Coulee
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 269
10
Lakeview
Muzzleloader
Any
Nov. 1-18
Antlerless
Deer Area 2011
5
Decatur
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 416
5
Cypress
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 417
20
Guemes
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 419
10
Camano
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 421
20
Anderson
Muzzleloader
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3 and Nov. 25 - Dec. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2 and Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 655
5
Youth
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Washtucna
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
GMUs 139, 142, 284, 381
100
Blue Mtns. Foothills West
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 149, 154, 163, Deer Area 1010
((60))
30
Blue Mtns. Foothills East
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 172, 178,181
((40))
20
Mayview
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
GMU 145
15
Prescott
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
GMU 149
20
Peola
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
GMU 178
20
Tucannon
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 166
((10))
5
Couse
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 181
((15))
5
Couse
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
GMU 181
5
Grande Ronde
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
GMU 186
3
East Okanogan
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 204
((20))
3
Wannacut
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 209
((10))
3
Sinlahekin
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 215
((10))
3
Chewuch
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 218
((10))
3
Pearrygin
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 224
((10))
3
Gardner
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 231
((10))
3
Pogue
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 233
((10))
3
Chiliwist
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 239
((10))
3
Alta
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 242
((10))
3
Chiwawa
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 245
3
Entiat
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 247
3
Swakane
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 250
3
Mission
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 251
5
Bridgeport
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 248, 260
20
Palisades
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 266, 269
20
Beezley
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-25
Any deer
GMU 272
50
Benge
Modern
Youth
Oct. 30 - Nov. ((7))6
Antlerless
Deer Area 2010
30
Desert
Modern
Youth
Dec. ((6-31))5-13
Antlerless
GMU 290
12
Horse Heaven Hills
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 373
10
Ringold
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 379
10
Simcoe
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any deer
Deer Area 5382
3
East Klickitat
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any buck
GMU 382 (except CLOSED in Deer Area 5382)
5
East Klickitat
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 382 (except CLOSED in Deer Area 5382)
5
Grayback
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Any buck
GMU 388
5
Grayback
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 388
5
Green River
Any
Youth
((Nov. 13-19))
TBD
Any buck
GMU 485
5
Lincoln
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 501
10
Randle
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 503
5
Mossyrock
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 505
10
Stormking
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 510
5
South Rainier
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 513
5
Packwood
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 516
5
Winston
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 520
10
Ryderwood
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 530
10
Coweeman
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 550
10
Yale
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 554
3
Toutle
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 556
15
Lewis River
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 560
5
Washougal
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 568
5
Siouxon
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 572
5
Wind River
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 574
5
West Klickitat
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Any buck
GMU 578
5
West Klickitat
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 578
5
Pysht
Modern
Youth
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 603
5
Olympic
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 621
20
Coyle
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 624
((10))
20
Kitsap
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 627
((10))
20
Mason
Modern
Youth
Nov. ((1-17))1-20
Any deer
GMU 633
25
Skokomish
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 636
((10))
15
Wynoochee
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 648
20
Satsop
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 651
((10))
20
Mashel
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Antlerless
GMU 654
15
North River
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Antlerless
GMU 658
((10))
5
Minot Peak
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 660
10
Minot Peak
Modern
Youth
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 660
4
Capitol Peak
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any deer
GMU 663
((15))
5
Skookumchuck
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Antlerless
GMU 667
15
Skookumchuck
Modern
Youth
Oct. ((9-31))8-31
Any buck
GMU 667
20
East Okanogan
Muzzleloader
Youth
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 204
((5))
3
Wannacut
Muzzleloader
Youth
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 209
((5))
3
Pogue
Muzzleloader
Youth
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 233
((5))
3
Chiliwist
Muzzleloader
Youth
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 239
((5))
3
Alta
Muzzleloader
Youth
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 242
((5))
3
Mission
Muzzleloader
Youth
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 251
3
Whitcomb
Muzzleloader
Youth
Nov. 1-13
Antlerless
Deer Area 3071
5
Paterson
Muzzleloader
Youth
Nov. 1-13
Antlerless
Deer Area 3072
5
Region 3
Modern, Muzzleloader
Youth
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 3
((10))
20HC
Region 5
Modern, Muzzleloader
Youth with mentor
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 5
5HC
Senior 65+
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Mt. Spokane
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-29))15-28 and Nov. 6-19
Antlerless
GMU 124
5
Mica Peak
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 127
5
Cheney Mule Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 130
10
Cheney White-tailed Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 130
5
Roosevelt Mule Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 133
15
Roosevelt White-tailed Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 133
5
Harrington
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 136
10
Steptoe
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 139
5
Almota
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 142
5
Washtucna
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMUs 139, 142, 284, 381
20
Blue Mtns. Foothills
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 149, 154, 163, Deer Area 1010, 178, 181
((30))
15
East Okanogan
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 204
((5))
3
Wannacut
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 209
((5))
3
Sinlahekin
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 215
((5))
3
Chewuch
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 218
((5))
3
Pearrygin
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 224
((5))
3
Gardner
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 231
((5))
3
Pogue
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 233
((5))
3
Chiliwist
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 239
((5))
3
Alta
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 242
((5))
3
Chiwawa
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 245
5
Entiat
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 247
5
Swakane
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 250
5
Mission
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 251
5
Bridgeport
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 248, 260
5
Palisades
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 266, 269
5
Rattlesnake Hills
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 372
10
Horse Heaven Hills
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 373
10
North Issaquah
Any
65+
((Oct. 16-31 and Nov. 18-21))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
Deer Area 4541
10
Lincoln
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 501
5
Mossyrock
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 505
5
Winston
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 520
5
Yale
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 554
2
Toutle
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 556
5
Washougal
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 568
2
Olympic
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 621
((15))
5
Coyle
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 624
5
Kitsap
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 627
((5))
10
Mason
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 633
20
Skokomish
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 636
((10))
5
Wynoochee
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 648
((15))
20
Satsop
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 651
10
Mashel
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 654
10
North River
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 658
((15))
5
Minot Peak
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 660
15
Capitol Peak
Modern
65+
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 663
((15))
5
Hunters with Disabilities
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Mt. Spokane
Modern
Any
Oct. 16-29 and Nov. 6-19
Antlerless
GMU 124
5
Mica Peak
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 127
5
Cheney Mule Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 130
10
Cheney White-tailed Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 130
5
Roosevelt Mule Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMU 133
15
Roosevelt White-tailed Deer
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 133
5
Harrington
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 136
10
Steptoe
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 139
5
Almota
Modern
Any
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
White-tailed, antlerless
GMU 142
5
Washtucna
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Mule deer, antlerless
GMUs 139, 142, 284, 381
20
Blue Mtns. Foothills
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 149, 154, 163, Deer Area 1010, 178, 181
((20))
10
East Okanogan
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 204
((5))
3
Wannacut
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 209
((5))
3
Sinlahekin
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 215
((5))
3
Chewuch
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 218
((5))
3
Pearrygin
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 224
((5))
3
Gardner
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 231
((5))
3
Pogue
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 233
((5))
3
Chiliwist
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 239
((5))
3
Alta
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 242
((5))
3
Chiwawa
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 245
3
Entiat
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 247
3
Mission
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 251
3
Saint Andrews
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 254
5
Bridgeport
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 248, 260
5
Palisades
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMUs 266, 269
5
Beezley
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 272
10
Horse Heaven Hills
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-26))15-25
Antlerless
GMU 373
10
Kahlotus
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Nov. 1-14
Antlerless
GMU 381
10
North Issaquah
Any
Hunter with Disability
((Oct. 16-31 and Nov. 18-21))
Oct. 15-31 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
Deer Area 4541
10
Green River
Any
Hunter with Disability
TBD
Antlerless
GMU 485
5
Lincoln
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 501
2
Mossyrock
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 505
3
Winston
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 520
2
Toutle
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 556
3
Washougal
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 568
2
Olympic
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 621
((15))
5
Skokomish
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 636
((15))
10
Satsop
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 651
10
Mashel
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 654
10
North River
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 658
((5))
2
Minot Peak
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 660
5
Capitol Peak
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 663
((10))
5
Skookumchuck
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 667
10
Fall River
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Oct. ((16-31))15-31
Antlerless
GMU 672
((5))
2
Fall River
Modern
Hunter with Disability
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
Any buck
GMU 672
((6))
5
East Okanogan
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 204
((5))
3
Sinlahekin
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 215
((5))
3
Gardner
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 231
((5))
3
Chiwawa
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 245
3
Entiat
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 247
3
Mission
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 251
3
Saint Andrews
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 254
5
Bridgeport
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMUs 248, 260
5
Palisades
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMUs 266, 269
5
Olympic
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 621
5
Wynoochee
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 648
((10))
5
North River
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 658
((3))
1
Capitol Peak
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 663
((5))
2
Skookumchuck
Muzzleloader
Hunter with Disability
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Antlerless
GMU 667
10
Master Hunter - Only master hunters may apply. Weapon must be consistent with weapon/tag restriction noted for hunt. Additional weapon restrictions may be conditioned by the hunt coordinator for each hunt. For those hunts requiring the purchase of a master hunter second tag, one deer may be killed in the unit under the authorization of the special permit.
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Requirements
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Region 1
Any/2nd deer tag
Master Hunter deer tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 1
((30))
20HC
Region 1
Archery/2nd deer tag
Master Hunter deer tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 1
10HC
Region 2
Any/2nd deer tag
Master Hunter deer tag required
Master Hunter
Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 2
10HC
Region 3
Any/2nd deer tag
Master Hunter deer tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 3
40HC
Region 5
Any/2nd deer tag
Master Hunter deer tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 5
5HC
Region 6
Any/2nd deer tag
Master Hunter deer tag required
Master Hunter
((July 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
July 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 6
10HC
HC
This is a damage hunt administered by a WDFW designated hunt coordinator. Successful applicants will be contacted on an as-needed basis to help with specific sites of elk damage on designated landowner's property. Not all successful applicants will be contacted in any given year, depending on elk damage activity for that year.
Hunter Education Instructor Incentive Permits
-
Special deer permits will be allocated through a random drawing to those hunter education instructors who qualify.
-
Permit hunters must use archery equipment during archery seasons, muzzleloader equipment or archery equipment during muzzleloader seasons, and any legal weapon during modern firearm seasons. Hunter orange and/or hunter pink is required during modern firearm seasons.
-
Except for online class incentive permits and chief instructor incentive permits, qualifying hunter education instructors must be certified and have been in active status for a minimum of three consecutive years, inclusive of the year prior to the permit drawing.
-
Permittees may purchase a second license for use with the permit hunt only.
 
Qualified hunter education instructors may only receive one incentive permit each year.
Area
Dates
Restrictions
GMUs
Permits
Region 1
All general season and permit seasons established for GMUs included with the permit. Not eligible for seasons and permits for auction hunts; raffle hunts; and hunts for master hunters, youth hunters, hunters with disabilities, or hunters 65 years and older, unless the hunter education instructor legally qualifies for such hunts.
Any white-tailed deer
Any 100 series GMU EXCEPT GMU 157
3
Region 2
Any white-tailed deer
GMUs 204, 215, 233, 239
1
Region 2
Any white-tailed deer
GMUs 218, 224, 231, 242
1
Region 2
Any deer
GMUs 218, 231
1
Region 2
Any deer
GMUs 245, 247
1
Region 2
Any deer
GMU 290
1
Region 3
Any deer
GMUs 335-368
2
Region 4
Any deer
Any 400 series GMU EXCEPT GMUs 485 and 490
4
Region 5
 
Any deer
All 500 series GMUs EXCEPT GMUs 522 and 578
3
Region 6
 
Any deer
Any 600 series GMU
4
OTS-3582.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-040Elk area descriptions.
The following areas are defined as elk areas:
Elk Area No. 1008 West Wenaha (Columbia County): That part of GMU 169 west of USFS trail 3112 from Tepee Camp (east fork of Butte Creek) to Butte Creek, and west of Butte Creek to the Washington-Oregon state line.
Elk Area No. 1009 East Wenaha (Columbia, Garfield, Asotin counties): That portion of GMU 169 east of USFS trail 3112 from Tepee Camp (east fork Butte Creek) to Butte Creek, and east of Butte Creek to the Washington-Oregon state line.
Elk Area No. 1010 (Columbia County): GMU 162 excluding National Forest land and the Rainwater Wildlife Area.
Elk Area No. 1013 (Asotin County): GMU 172, excluding National Forest lands and the 4-O Ranch Wildlife Area.
Elk Area No. 1015 Turnbull (Spokane County): Located in GMU 130, designated areas within the boundaries of Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.
Elk Area No. 1016 (Columbia County): GMU-162 Dayton, excluding the Rainwater Wildlife Area.
Elk Area No. 1054 (Walla Walla County): GMU-154 Blue Creek, starting at the Mill Creek Rd and Oregon state line, north and west along Mill Creek Rd to E. Isaacs Ave. North on Interchange Rd to Hwy 12, West on Hwy 12 to Hwy 125. South on Hwy 125 to the Oregon state line, east on the WA-OR stateline to the starting point.
Elk Area No. 1075 (Asotin County): Private land (excluding WDFW lands) within GMU 175 within the following area: From the intersection of the South Fork Asotin Creek Rd and Campbell Grade Rd, continuing south until the South Fork Asotin Creek Rd crosses the South Fork of Asotin Creek. South along the South Fork of Asotin Creek until it intersects with the USFS property line, due south along the USFS boundary until it reaches the Cloverland Rd. NE along the Cloverland Rd to the intersection of the Parsons Rd (Back Rd), north along the Parsons Rd (Back Rd) to Campbell Grade Rd, west on Campbell Grade Rd to the intersection with South Fork Asotin Creek Rd and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 1081 (Asotin County): All of GMU 181 Couse, including the portion of GMU 172 starting at the intersection of Mill Road and Highway 129 in Anatone, south along Hwy 129 to Smyth Rd, west and then north on Smyth Rd to the intersection of E Mountain Rd, west along E Mountain Rd to the intersection of W Mountain Rd, north along W Mountain Rd to Mill Road, east on Mill Rd to the starting point.
Elk Area No. 2032 Malaga (Kittitas and Chelan counties): Beginning at the mouth of Davies Canyon on the Columbia River; west along Davies Canyon to the cliffs above (north of) the North Fork Tarpiscan Creek; west and north along the cliffs to the Bonneville Power Line; southwest along the power line to the North Fork Tarpiscan Road in Section 9, Township 20N, Range 21E; north and west along North Fork Tarpiscan Road to Colockum Pass Road (Section 9, Township 20N, Range 21E); south and west on Colockum Pass Road to section line between Sections 8 and 9; north along the section line between Sections 8 and 9 as well as Sections 4 and 5 (T20N, R21E) and Sections 32 and 33 (T21N, R21E) to Moses Carr Road; west and north on Moses Carr Road to section line between Section 31 and 30 (T21, R21); west along the section lines between Section 31 and 30 (T21, R21), 36 and 25 (T21, R20) and the section line between Section 35 and 26 (T21, R20) to Jump Off Road; south and west on Jump Off Road to Shaller Road; north and west on Shaller Road to Upper Basin Loop Road; north and west on Upper Basin Loop Road to Wheeler Ridge Road; north on Wheeler Ridge Road to the Basin Loop Road (pavement) in Section 10 (T21N, R20E); north on Basin Loop Road to Wenatchee Heights Road; west on Wenatchee Heights Road to Squilchuck Road; south on Squilchuck Road to Beehive Road (USFS Rd 9712); northwest on Beehive Road to USFS Rd 7100 near Beehive Reservoir; north and west on USFS Rd 7100 to Peavine Canyon Road (USFS Rd 7101); north and east on Peavine Canyon Road to Number Two Canyon Road; north on Number Two Canyon Road to Crawford Street in Wenatchee; east on Crawford Street to the Columbia River; south and east along the Columbia River to Davies Canyon and point of beginning. (Naneum Green Dot, Washington Gazetteer, Wenatchee National Forest).
Elk Area No. 2033 Peshastin (Chelan County): Starting at the Division St bridge over the Wenatchee River in the town of Cashmere; S on Aplets Way then Division St to Pioneer St; W on Pioneer St to Mission Creek Rd; S on Mission Creek Rd to Binder Rd; W on Binder Rd to Mission Creek Rd; S on Mission Creek Rd to Tripp Canyon Rd; W on Tripp Canyon Rd to where Tripp Canyon Rd stops following Tripp Creek; W on Tripp Creek to its headwaters; W up the drainage, about 1000 feet, to US Forest Service (USFS) Rd 7200-160; W on USFS Rd 7200-160 to Camas Creek Rd (USFS Rd 7200); W on Camas Creek Rd (USFS 7200 Rd) (excluding Camas Land firearm closure*) to US Hwy 97; N on US Hwy 97 to Mountain Home Rd (USFS 7300 Rd); N on Mountain Home Rd to the Wenatchee River in the town of Leavenworth; S on the Wenatchee River to the Division St bridge in Cashmere and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 2051 Tronsen (Chelan County): All of GMU 251 except that portion described as follows: Beginning at the junction of Naneum Ridge Road (WDFW Rd 9) and Ingersol Road (WDFW Rd 1); north and east on Ingersol Road to Colockum Road (WDFW Rd 10); east on Colockum Road and Colockum Creek to the intersection of Colockum Creek and the Columbia River; south on the Columbia River to mouth of Tarpiscan Creek; west up Tarpiscan Creek and Tarpiscan Road (WDFW Rd 14) and North Fork Road (WDFW Rd 10.10) to the intersection of North Fork Road and Colockum Road; southwest on Colockum Road to Naneum Ridge Road; west on Naneum Ridge Road to Ingersol Road and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 3681 Ahtanum (Yakima County): That part of GMU 368 beginning at the power line crossing on Ahtanum Creek in T12N, R16E, Section 15; west up Ahtanum Creek to South Fork Ahtanum Creek; southwest up South Fork Ahtanum Creek to its junction with Reservation Creek; southwest up Reservation Creek and the Yakama Indian Reservation boundary to the main divide between the Diamond Fork drainage and Ahtanum Creek drainage; north along the crest of the main divide between the Diamond Fork drainage and the Ahtanum Creek drainage to Darland Mountain; northeast on US Forest Service Trail 615 to US Forest Service Road 1020; northeast on US Forest Service Road 1020 to US Forest Service Road 613; northeast on US Forest Service Road 613 to US Forest Service Trail 1127; northeast on US Forest Service Trail 1127 to US Forest Service Road 1302 (Jump Off Road), southeast of the Jump Off Lookout Station; northeast on US Forest Service Road 1302 (Jump Off Road) to Highway 12; northeast on Highway 12 to the Naches River; southeast down the Naches River to Cowiche Creek; west up Cowiche Creek and South Fork Cowiche Creek to Summitview Avenue; northwest on Summitview Avenue to Cowiche Mill Road; west on Cowiche Mill Road to the power line in the northeast corner of T13N, R15E, SEC 13; southeast along the power line to Ahtanum Creek and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 3721 Corral Canyon (Benton and Yakima counties): That part of GMU 372 beginning at the Yakima River Bridge on SR 241 just north of Mabton; north along SR 241 to the Rattlesnake Ridge Road (mile post #19); east on Rattlesnake Ridge Road to the Hanford Reach National Monument's (HRNM) southwest corner boundary; east and south along the HRNM boundary to SR 225; south on SR 225 to the Yakima River Bridge in Benton City; west (upstream) along Yakima River to point of beginning (SR 241 Bridge).
Elk Area No. 3722 Blackrock (Benton and Yakima counties): That part of GMU 372 beginning at southern corner of the Yakima Training Center border on Columbia River, northwest of Priest Rapids Dam; southeast on southern shore of Columbia River (Priest Rapids Lake) to Priest Rapids Dam; east along Columbia River to the Hanford Reach National Monument's (HRNM) western boundary; south along the HRNM boundary to the Rattlesnake Ridge Road; west on Rattlesnake Ridge Road to SR 241; south on SR 241 to the Yakima River Bridge just north of Mabton; west along Yakima River to SR 823 (Harrison Road) south of town of Pomona; east along SR 823 (Harrison Road) to SR 821; southeast on SR 821 to Firing Center Road at I-82; east on Firing Center Road to main gate of Yakima Training Center; south and east along Yakima Training Center boundary to southern corner of Yakima Training Center boundary on Columbia River and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 3911 Fairview (Kittitas County): Beginning at the intersection of the BPA Power Lines in T20N, R14E, Section 36 and Interstate 90; east along the power lines to Highway 903 (Salmon La Sac Road); northwest along Highway 903 to Pennsylvania Avenue; northeast along Pennsylvania Avenue to No. 6 Canyon Road; northeast along No. 6 Canyon Road to Cle Elum Ridge Road; north along Cle Elum Ridge Road to Carlson Canyon Road; northeast along Carlson Canyon Road to West Fork Teanaway River; east along West Fork Teanaway River to North Fork Teanaway River; north along North Fork Teanaway River to Teanaway Road; southeast on Teanaway Road to Ballard Hill Road; east on Ballard Hill Rd and Swauk Prairie Road to Hwy 970; northeast on Hwy 970 to Hwy 97; south on Hwy 97 to the power lines in T20N, R17E, Section 34; east on the power lines to Naneum Creek; south on Naneum Creek approximately 1/2 mile to power lines in T19N, R19E, Section 20; east along BPA power lines to Colockum Pass Road in T19N, R20E, Section 16; south on Colockum Pass Road to BPA power lines in T18N, R20E, Section 6; east and south along power lines to Park Creek; south along Park Creek to the North Branch Canal; east and south along North Branch Canal to the Yakima Training Center boundary; south and west along the Yakima Training Center boundary to I-82; north on I-82 to Thrall Road; west on Thrall Road to Wilson Creek; south on Wilson Creek to Yakima River; north on Yakima River to gas pipeline crossing in T17N, R18E, Section 25; south and west on the gas pipeline to Umtanum Creek; west on Umtanum Creek to the Durr Road; north on the Durr Road to Umtanum Road; north on Umtanum Road to South Branch Canal; west on South Branch Canal to Bradshaw/Hanson Road; west on Bradshaw Road to the elk fence; north and west along the elk fence to power line crossing in T19N, R16E, Section 10; west along the power line (south branch) to Big Creek; north on Big Creek to Nelson Siding Road; west and north on Nelson Siding Road to I-90; east on I-90 to point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 3912 Old Naches (Yakima County): Starting at the elk fence and Roza Canal along the south boundary T14N, R19E, Section 8; following the elk fence to the bighorn sheep feeding site in T15N, R16E, Section 36; south on the feeding site access road to the Old Naches Highway; west and south on the Old Naches Highway to State Route 12 and the Naches River; down the Naches River to the Tieton River; up the Tieton River approximately 2 miles to the intersection of the metal footbridge and the elk fence at the south end of the bridge in T14N, R16E, Section 3; south along the elk fence to the top of the cliff/rimrock line; southwest along the top of the cliff/rimrock line to the irrigation canal in T14N, R16E, Section 9; southwest along the irrigation canal to the elk fence in T14N, R16E, Section 8; south along the elk fence to the township line between T12N, R15E and T12N, R16E; south along the township line to the South Fork Ahtanum Creek; downstream along the South Fork Ahtanum Creek and Ahtanum Creek to the Yakima River; upstream along the Yakima River to Roza Canal and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 4601 North Bend (King County): That portion of GMU 460 beginning at the interchange of State Route (SR) 18 and I-90; W on I-90 to SE 82nd St, Exit 22, at the town of Preston; N on SE 82nd Street to Preston Fall City Rd SE (Old SR 203); N on Preston Fall City Rd SE to SE Fall City Snoqualmie Rd (SR 202) at the town of Fall City; E on SE Fall City Snoqualmie Rd to the crossing of Tokul Creek; N and E up Tokul Creek to its crossing with Tokul Rd SE; S on SE Tokul Rd to SE 53rd Way; E on SE 53rd Way where it turns into 396th Dr SE then S on 396th Dr SE to SE Reinig Rd; E on SE Reinig Rd to 428th Ave SE; N on 428th Ave SE to where it turns into North Fork Rd SE; N and E on North Fork Rd SE to Ernie's Grove Rd; E on Ernie's Grove Rd to SE 70th St; N on SE 70th St to its ends at Fantastic Falls on the North Fork Snoqualmie River; SW down the North Fork Snoqualmie River to Fantastic Falls and the Mt Si Natural Resource Conservation Area boundary then S and E along the southern boundary of the Mt Si NRCA to the "School Bus" turnaround at SE 114th St; S on 480th Ave SE to SE 130th St; S and E on SE 130th St to its end; SSE overland from the end of SE 130th St, over the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River, to the end of 486th Ave SE; S on 486th Ave SE to the intersection with SE Middle Fork Road; Due S, from said intersection, up Grouse Mountain toward its peak, to the logging road adjacent to Grouse Mountain Peak; S down the logging road to Grouse Ridge Access Rd; W on Grouse Ridge Access Road which becomes SE 146th St; W on SE 146th St to I-90 then east along I-90 to the W boundary of Olallie/Twin Falls State Park; then along the westerly and northerly boundaries of Olallie/Twin Falls/Iron Horse state parks to the boundary of the Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area; W along the boundary of the Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area to Cedar Falls Rd SE; N along the Cedar Falls Rd to SE 174th Way; W on SE 174th Way to SE 174th St; W on SE 174th St to SE 173rd St; W on SE 173rd St to SE 170th Pl; W on SE 170th Pl to SE 169th St; W on SE 169th St to 424th Ave SE; N on 424th Ave SE to SE 168th St; W on SE 168th St to 422 Ave SE; N on 422 Ave SE to 426th Way SE; S on 426th Way SE to SE 164th St; E on SE 164th St to Uplands Way SE; W on Uplands Way SE to the crossing with the Power Transmission Lines; W along the Power Transmission Lines to the Winery Rd; NW on the Winery Rd to SE 99th Rd; W and N on SE 99th Rd to the I-90 interchange, at Exit 27; SW on I-90 to the interchange with SR 18 and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 4941 Skagit River (Skagit County): That portion of GMU 437 beginning at the intersection of State Route 9 and State Route 20; east on State Route 20 to Concrete-Sauk Valley Road; south on Concrete-Sauk Valley Road over The Dalles Bridge (Skagit River) to the intersection with the South Skagit Highway; west on South Skagit Highway to State Route 9; north on State Route 9 and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5029 Toledo (Lewis and Cowlitz counties): Beginning at the Cowlitz River and State Highway 505 junction; east along the Cowlitz River to the Weyerhaeuser 1800 Road; south along Weyerhaeuser 1800 Road to Cedar Creek Road; east along Cedar Creek Road to Due Road; south on Due Road to Weyerhaeuser 1823 Road; south along Weyerhaeuser 1823 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 1945 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 1945 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 1900 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 1900 Road to the North Fork Toutle River; west along the North Fork Toutle River to the Toutle River; west on the Toutle River to the Cowlitz River; North along the Cowlitz River to the junction of State Highway 505 and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5049 Ethel (Lewis County): That part of GMU 505 beginning at the intersection of Jackson Highway and Highway 12; south along Jackson Highway to Buckley Road; south on Buckley Road to Spencer Road; east on Spencer Road to Fuller Road; north on Fuller Road to Highway 12; east on Highway 12 to Stowell Road; north on Stowell Road to Gore Road; west on Gore Road to Larmon Road; west on Larmon Road to Highway 12; west on Highway 12 to Jackson Highway and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5050 Newaukum (Lewis County): That part of GMU 505 beginning at the intersection of Interstate 5 and Highway 12; east on Highway 12 to Larmon Road; east on Larmon Road to Leonard Road; north on Leonard Road through the town of Onalaska to Deggler Road; north on Deggler Road to Middle Fork Road; east on Middle Fork Road to Beck Road; north on Beck Road to Centralia-Alpha Road; west on Centralia-Alpha Road to Logan Hill Road; south then west on Logan Hill Road to Jackson Highway; south on Jackson Highway to the Newaukum River; west along the Newaukum River to Interstate 5; south on Interstate 5 to Highway 12 and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5051 Green Mountain (Cowlitz County): Beginning at the junction of the Cowlitz River and the Toutle River; east along the Toutle River to the North Fork Toutle River; east along the North Fork Toutle River to the Weyerhaeuser 1900 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 1900 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 1910 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 1910 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 2410 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 2410 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4553 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 4553 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4500 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 4500 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4400 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 4400 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4100 Road; east along the Weyerhaeuser 4100 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4700 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 4700 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4720 Road; west along the Weyerhaeuser 4720 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4730 Road; west along the Weyerhaeuser 4730 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4732 Road; west along the Weyerhaeuser 4732 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4790 Road; west along the Weyerhaeuser 4790 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 1390 Road; south along the Weyerhaeuser 1390 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 1600 Road; west along the Weyerhaeuser 1600 Road to the Weyerhaeuser Logging Railroad Tracks at Headquarters; west along the Weyerhaeuser Logging Railroad Track to Ostrander Creek; west along Ostrander Creek to the Cowlitz River; north along the Cowlitz River to the Toutle River and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5052 Mossyrock (Lewis County): Beginning at the intersection of Winston Creek Road and State Highway 12; east on State Highway 12 to the Cowlitz River; east on the Cowlitz River to Riffe Lake; southeast along the south shore of Riffe Lake to Swofford Pond outlet creek; south on Swofford Pond outlet creek to Green Mountain Road; west on Green Mountain Road to Perkins Road; west on Perkins Road to Longbell Road; south on Longbell Road to Winston Creek Road; north on Winston Creek Road to State Highway 12 and the point of beginning. (All lands owned and managed by the Cowlitz Wildlife Area are excluded from this Elk Area.)
Elk Area No. 5053 Randle (Lewis County): Beginning at the town of Randle and the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and State Route 131 (Forest Service 23 and 25 roads); south on State Route 131 to Forest Service 25 Road; south on Forest Service 25 Road to the Cispus River; west along the Cispus River to the Champion 300 line bridge; south and west on the Champion 300 line to the Champion Haul Road; north along the Champion Haul Road to Kosmos Road; north on Kosmos Road to U.S. Highway 12; east on U.S. Highway 12 to Randle and point of beginning. (All lands owned and managed by the Cowlitz Wildlife Area are excluded from this Elk Area.)
Elk Area No. 5054 Boistfort (Lewis County): Beginning at the town of Vader; west along State Highway 506 to the Wildwood Road; north along the Wildwood Road to the Abernathy 500 line gate (Section 20, T11N, R3W, Willamette Meridian); northwest along the 500, 540, and 560 lines to the Weyerhaeuser 813 line; northwest along the 813, 812, 5000J, 5000 and 4000 lines to the Pe Ell/McDonald Road (Section 15, T12N, R4W); west along the Pe Ell/McDonald Road to the Lost Valley Road; northeast along the Lost Valley Road to the Boistfort Road; north along the Boistfort Road to the King Road; east along the King Road to the town of Winlock and State Highway 603; south along Highway 505 to Interstate 5; south along Interstate 5 to State Hwy 506; west along State Hwy 506 to the town of Vader and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5056 Grays River Valley (Wahkiakum County): That area in GMU 506 on or within 1.5 miles of agricultural land in the Grays River Valley and Eden Valley within the following sections: T11N, R08W, Section 36; T11N, R07W, Sections 31, 32, 33; T10N, R7W, Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32; T10N, R8W, Sections 1, 2, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36; T09N, R08W, Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15; T09N, R07W, Sections 5, 6, 7, 8.
Elk Area No. 5057 Carlton (Lewis County): That part of 513 (South Rainier) lying east of Highway 123 and north of Highway 12.
Elk Area No. 5058 West Goat Rocks (Lewis County): Goat Rocks Wilderness west of the Pacific Crest Trail.
Elk Area No. 5059 Mt. Adams Wilderness (Skamania and Yakima counties): The Mt. Adams Wilderness.
Elk Area No. 5060 Merwin (Cowlitz County): Begin at the State Route 503 and the Longview Fibre Road WS-8000 junction; north and west on the Longview Fibre Road WS-8000 to Day Place Road; west on Day Place Road to Dubois Road; south on Dubois Road to State Route 503; east on State Route 503 to the State Route 503 and the Longview Fibre Road WS-8000 junction and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5061 Wildwood (Lewis County): Beginning at the junction of the Pacific West Timber (PWT) 600 Road and the Wildwood Road (SE1/4 S29 T11N R3W); southwest on the 600 Road to the 800 Road (NW1/4 S36 T11N R4W); southwest on the 800 Road to the 850 Road (SW1/4 S3 T10N R4W); northwest on the 850 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4720 Road (S20 T11N R4W); north on the Weyerhaeuser 4720 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 4700 Road (S17 T11N R4W); east on the Weyerhaeuser 4700 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 5822 Road (NW1/4 S16 T11N R4W); east on the Weyerhaeuser 5822 Road to the Weyerhaeuser 5820 Road (NW1/4 S10 T11N R4W); southeast on the Weyerhaeuser 5820 Road to the PWT 574 Road (SE1/4 S10 T11N R4W); south on the PWT 574 Road to the 570 Road (NW1/4 S14 T11N R4W); south on the 570 Road to the 500 Road (NW1/4 S14 T11N R4W); northeast on the 500 Road to the 560 Road (SW1/4 S12 T11N R4W); east on the 560 Road to the 540 Road (SE1/4 S12 T11N R4W); east and south on the 540 Road to the 500 Road (SE1/4 S18 T11N R3W); east on the PWT 500 Road to the Wildwood Road (N1/2 S20 T11N R3W); south on the Wildwood Road to the point of beginning, the PWT 600 Road junction (SE1/4 S29 T11N R3W).
Elk Area No. 5062 Trout Lake (Klickitat County): Those portions of GMU 578 (West Klickitat) beginning at the intersection of SR 141 and Sunnyside Road; north on Sunnyside Road to Mount Adams Recreational Area Road; (including agricultural land on the Trout Lake Valley floor north of Sunnyside Road within T06N R10E in Sections 13 and 14); south on Mount Adams Recreational Area Road to the intersection of SR 141 and south on SR 141 and Sunnyside Road to the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5063 Pumice Plain (Cowlitz and Skamania counties): That part of GMU 522 beginning at the confluence of the N. Fork Toutle River and Castle Creek; East along the N. Fork Toutle River to USFS trail 207; south along USFS trail 207 to USFS trail 216E; southwest along USFS trail 216E to USFS trail 216; west along USGS trail 216 to USGS 216G; northwest along USFS trail 216G to USGS trail 221; north along USFS 221 to Castle Creek; northwest along Castle Creek to N. Fork Toutle River and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5064 Upper Smith Creek (Skamania County): That part of GMU 522 beginning at the U.S. Forest Service Rd. 99 and U.S. Forest Service Trail 225 (Smith Creek Trail) junction; south on Trail 225 to Ape Canyon Creek; south and west up Ape Canyon Creek to U.S. Forest Service Trail 216 (Loowit Trail); north on Trail 216 to U.S. Forest Service Trail 216D (Abraham Trail); north on Trail 216D to U.S. Forest Service Trail 207 (Truman Trail); north and east on Trail 207 to U.S. Forest Service Rd. 99; north and east on U.S. Forest Service Rd. 99 to the junction of U.S. Forest Service Rd. 99 and U.S. Forest Service Trail 225 and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5065 Mount Whittier (Skamania County): That part of GMU 522 beginning at the U.S. Forest Service Trail 1 (Boundary Trail) and U.S. Forest Service Trail 214 (Whittier Ridge Trail) junction; west on the U.S. Forest Service Trail 1 to U.S. Forest Service Trail 230 (Coldwater Trail); north on U.S. Forest Service Trail 230 to U.S. Forest Service Trail 211 (Lakes Trail); east on Trail 211 to U.S. Forest Service Trail 214; south on U.S. Forest Service Trail 214 to the junction of U.S. Forest Service Trail 214 and U.S. Forest Service Trail 1 and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5066 Norway Pass (Lewis and Skamania counties): That part of GMU 524 beginning at the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Trail 211 (Lakes Trail) and USFS Trail 230 (Coldwater Trail) junction; NE to Minnie Peak; W to the USFS property boundary in the SE 1/4 of Section 20, T10N, R5E; N along the USFS property boundary to the Green River; E up the Green River to the USFS Rd 2612; E on the USFS Rd 2612 to USFS Rd 26; S on USFS Rd 26 to USFS Trail 1 (Boundary Trail); W on USFS Trail 1 to USFS Trail 214 (Whittier Trail); N on USFS Trail 214 to USFS Trail 211 (Lakes Trail); W on USFS Trail 211 to the USFS Trail 211, Trail 230 junction and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5090 JBH (Wahkiakum County): The mainland portion of the Julia Butler Hansen National Wildlife Refuge, as administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as described: Beginning at the junction of State Route 4 and Steamboat Island Slough Road, northwest on Steamboat Island Slough Road to Brooks Slough Road, east on Brooks Slough Road to State Route 4, south on State Route 4 to Steamboat Slough Road and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 5099 Mudflow (Cowlitz County): That part of GMU 522 beginning on the North Fork Toutle River at the mouth of Hoffstadt Creek; SE up the North Fork Toutle River to Deer Creek; SE up Deer Creek to Rd 3020; NW along 3020 to Rd 3000; E along Rd 3000 to US Forest Service (USFS) Trail 216G; SE along USFS Trail 216G to USFS Trail 221 (Castle Lake Trail); N on USFS Trail 221 to Castle Creek; N along Castle Creek to the confluence with the North Fork Toutle River; W down the North Fork Toutle River to the North Fork Toutle River, Coldwater Creek confluence; North from the North Fork Toutle River, Coldwater Creek confluence on unnamed ridgeline, to Castle Lake viewpoint on SR 504; W on SR 504 to Hoffstadt Creek Bridge on Hoffstadt Creek; S and W down Hoffstadt Creek to the North Fork Toutle River and point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 6010 Mallis (Pacific County): That part of GMUs 506, 672, and 673 within one and one-half mile either side of SR 6 between the east end of Elk Prairie Rd and the Mallis Landing Rd, and all lands within a half mile of Elk Creek Rd bounded on the south by Monohon Landing Rd.
Elk Area No. 6011 Centralia Mine (Lewis County): That portion of GMU 667 within Centralia Mine property boundary.
Elk Area No. 6013 (Pierce County): That part of GMU 652 beginning at the intersection of Highway 167 and Highway 410; north on Highway 167 to Highway 18; east on Highway 18 to Highway 164; southeasterly on Highway 164 to intersection with power transmission line in T20 R6 Section 18. West along power transmission line to intersection with 226th Ave E. South on 226th Ave East to intersection with 40th St E, east on 40th St E to 230th Ave E, South on 230th Ave E to Radke Road. Southwest on Radke to Barkubine Road, South on Barkubine Road to Connells Prairie; West on Connells Prairie Rd to 214th Ave E, South on 214th Ave E to Highway 410; westerly on Highway 410 to Highway 167 and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 6014 (Pierce County): Starting at Highway 164 intersection with power transmission line in T20 R6 Section 18; W along power transmission line to intersection with 226th Ave E; S on 226th Ave E to intersection with 40th St E; E on 40th St E to 230th Ave E; S on 230th Ave E to Radke Rd; SW on Radke to Barkubine Rd; S on Barkubine Rd to Connells Prairie; W on Connells Prairie Rd to 214th Ave E; S on 214th Ave E to South Prairie Rd; SE on South Prairie Rd to Highway 162; E on Hwy 162 to Hwy 165; S on Hwy 165 to the power transmission lines at T19 R6 Section 21, NE along the power transmission lines to the White River, N along the White River to the power transmission lines at T19 R7E; NE on power transmission lines to intersection with Hwy 410 West on SR 410 to Hwy 164; NW on Hwy 164 to starting point.
Elk Area No. 6030 Joyce (Clallam County): That portion of GMU 603 beginning at the intersection of Freshwater Bay Road and Highway 112; N and NW along Freshwater Bay Road to the Freshwater Bay Boat Launch; NE on the Freshwater Bay Boat Launch to the shoreline with Freshwater Bay; NW and W along the shorelines of Freshwater Bay and the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the mouth of the Lyre River; S along the Lyre River to the intersection with Highway 112; E along Highway 112 to the intersection with Waterline Road; S and SE along Waterline Road to the intersection with the Olympic Discovery Trail Adventure Route (OAT); E along the Olympic Discovery Trail Adventure Route to the intersection with Eden Valley Road; N and NE along Eden Valley Road to the intersection with Highway 112; W along Highway 112 to the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 6054 Puyallup River (Pierce County): That portion of GMU 654 beginning at the intersection of Mount Rainier National Park's western boundary and the Nisqually River; W down the Nisqually River to the mouth of the Mashel River; E and SE along the Mashel River to its headwaters; SE from the Mashel River headwaters to the Mashel River-Puyallup River watershed divide ridge; SE along the Mashel River-Puyallup River watershed divide ridge to a point due west of the headwaters of Big Creek; NE along Big Creek to its confluence with Deer Creek; N along Deer Creek to its confluence with the Puyallup River; SE up the Puyallup River to Mount Rainier National Park's western boundary; S on Mount Rainier National Park's western boundary to the Nisqually River and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 6061 Twin Satsop Farms (Mason County): That portion of GMU 651 starting at the junction of the Deckerville Road and the Brady-Matlock Road; southwest to the junction with the West Boundary Road; north on West Boundary Road to the Deckerville Road; east on the Deckerville Road to the junction of Brady-Matlock Road and point of beginning. In addition, the area within a circle with a radius of two miles centered on the junction of State Route 108 and the Eich Road.
Elk Area No. 6064 Quinault Valley (Grays Harbor and Jefferson counties): That portion of GMU 638 (Quinault) within the Quinault River watershed east of Gatton Creek and Lake Quinault excluding US Forest Service (USFS) Colonel Bob Wilderness Area beginning at the mouth of the Quinault River; NE on the Olympic National Park boundary, which is along the Quinault River, to the intersection with USFS Colonel Bob Wilderness Area; then SW along the Colonel Bob Wilderness Area Western boundary to its intersection with Haas Creek; then downstream along Haas Creek to its intersection with USFS Olympic National Forest boundary; then SW along USFS boundary to the Lake Quinault shoreline; then N along the East shore of Lake Quinault to the mouth of Quinault River and the point of the beginning.
Elk Area No. 6069 Hanaford (Lewis and Thurston counties): That part of GMU 667 (Skookumchuck) beginning at the intersection of Salzer Valley Rd and S Pearl St (Centralia); N on S Pearl St to N Pearl St; N on N Pearl St to State Hwy 507; W and N on State Hwy 507 to Skookumchuck Rd; E on Skookumchuck Rd to the first bridge over the Skookumchuck River; E along the Skookumchuck River to the Skookumchuck Rd bridge; E on Skookumchuck Rd to the steel tower power line; SW along the power line to Big Hanaford Rd; E and S along Big Hanaford Rd to the intersection with the main stem of Hanaford Creek; SE along Hanaford Creek to the range line between Range 1W and Range 1E of Township 14N; S on the range line between Range 1W and Range 1E of Township 14N to Mitchell Creek; SW on Mitchell Creek to the North Fork of the Newaukum River; SW on the North Fork of the Newaukum River to North Fork Rd; W on North Fork Rd to Centralia-Alpha Rd; W on Centralia-Alpha Rd to Salzer Valley Rd and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 6071 Dungeness (Clallam County): Portions of GMUs 621 (Olympic) and 624 (Coyle) beginning at the mouth of the Dungeness River; east and south along the coast of the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the mouth of Dean Creek on Sequim Bay; south and west up Dean Creek to the power transmission line; west on the power transmission line to the Dungeness River; north down the Dungeness River to its mouth and the point of beginning.
Elk Area No. 6612 Forks (Clallam County): That part of GMUs 607 and 612 excluding the city of Forks and Bogachiel state park; starting at the confluence of Calawah River and the Bogachiel River; upstream on the Bogachiel River to the Hwy 101 Bridge north along Hwy 101 to Sportsman Club Rd; E on Sportsman Club Rd to DNR FR-F-1000; E on DNR FR-F-1000 to DNR FR-F-1200; N on DNR FR-F-1200 to its end; from the end of DNR FR-F-1200 N approximately 500' to Elk Creek; down Elk Creek to its confluence with the Calawah River; down the Calawah River to its confluence with the Bogachiel River.
OTS-3593.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-0502021-2023 Elk general seasons and definitions.
It is unlawful to fail to comply with bag, possession, and season limits described below. A violation of this section is punishable under RCW 77.15.410 Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
Bag Limit: One (((1))) elk per hunter during the license year, except where otherwise permitted by department rule. Any combination of seasons, tags, and permits set by the department will not exceed a maximum of two (((2))) elk per hunter during the license year.
Hunting Method: Elk hunters must select only one of the hunting methods: Modern firearm, archery, or muzzleloader.
Elk Tag Areas: Elk hunters must choose either Eastern or Western Washington to hunt in and buy the appropriate tag for that area.
Any Bull Elk Seasons: Open only to the taking of elk with visible antlers; bull calves are illegal.
Antler Point: To qualify as an antler point, the point must be at least one inch long, measured on the longest side.
Branch: A branch is defined as any projection off the main antler beam that is at least one inch long, measured on the longest side, and longer than it is wide.
Spike Bull Antler Restrictions: Bull elk taken in spike-only game management units (GMUs) must have at least one antler with no branches originating more than ((4))four inches above where the antler attaches to the skull.
True Spike Bull Antler Restrictions: Neither antler of bull elk taken can have branching originating more than ((4))four inches above where the antlers attach to the skull. Under the true-spike restriction, taking an elk that has two points on one side or antler points within one inch of the definitions regarding length of point, or point of origination, is an infraction under RCW 77.15.160. All other types of violations of the true-spike restriction are subject to current penalties and assessments under RCW 77.15.410 and 77.15.420.
3-point Antler Restrictions: Legal bull elk must have at least ((3))three antler points on one side. Eye guards are antler points when they are at least one inch long. Antler restrictions apply to all hunters during any open season.
Permit-only Units: The following GMUs are closed to elk hunting during general elk seasons: 157, 418, 437, 485, 522, 556, 621, 636, and 653.
GMUs Closed to Elk Hunting: 490.
Elk Tag Areas
Eastern Washington: All 100, 200, and 300 GMUs.
EA - Eastern Washington Archery Tag
EF - Eastern Washington Modern Firearm Tag
EM - Eastern Washington Muzzleloader Tag
Western Washington: All 400, 500, and 600 GMUs.
WA - Western Washington Archery Tag
WF - Western Washington Modern Firearm Tag
WM - Western Washington Muzzleloader Tag
Modern Firearm General Elk Seasons
License Required: A valid big game hunting license with an elk tag option.
Tag Required: A valid modern firearm elk tag as listed below for the area hunted.
Hunting Method: May use modern firearm, bow and arrow, crossbow, or muzzleloader, but only during modern firearm seasons.
Hunt Area
Elk Tag Area
Game Management Units (GMUs)
2021
Dates
2022
Dates
2023
Dates
Legal Elk
Eastern
Washington
EF
101, 105, 108, 111, 113, 117, 121, 204
Oct. 30 - Nov. 7
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Oct. 28 - Nov. 5
Any bull
 
 
145 through 154, 162 through 186, 249, 336 through 368
Oct. 30 - Nov. 7
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Oct. 28 - Nov. 5
Spike bull
 
 
251, 328, 329, 334, 335
Oct. 30 - Nov. 7
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Oct. 28 - Nov. 5
True spike bull
 
 
Elk Area 3722
Sept. 11-26
Sept. 10-25
Sept. 9-24
Antlerless only
 
 
124 through 142, 372, 382, 388
Oct. 30 - Nov. 7
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Oct. 28 - Nov. 5
Any elk
 
 
203, 209 through 248, 250, 254 through 290, 373, 379, 381
Oct. 30 - Nov. 15
Oct. 29 - Nov. 15
Oct. 28 - Nov. 15
Any elk
 
 
Master Hunters Only: Elk Areas 3911 and 3912. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2022
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2023
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2024
Antlerless only
 
 
Master Hunters Only: 371. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Aug. 1-31
Aug. 1-31
Aug. 1-31
Antlerless only
 
 
Master Hunters Only: 127, 130
Dec. 9-31
Dec. 9-31
Dec. 9-31
Antlerless only
Western
Washington
WF
460, 466, 448, 503, 505 through 520, 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066), 530, 550, 560, 568, 572, 574, 578, 601 through 618, 624 (except for Elk Area 6071), 627, 633, 638 (except master hunters only in Elk Area 6064 portion of GMU 638), 642 through 651, 652 (except for Elk Area 6014), 654, 658, 660, 667 through 684.
Nov. 6-17
Nov. 5-16
Nov. 4-15
3 pt. min.
 
 
501, 504, 663, Elk Areas 4601 and 6014
Nov. 6-17
Nov. 5-16
Nov. 4-15
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
 
407, 564, 666
Nov. 6-17
Nov. 5-16
Nov. 4-15
Any elk
 
 
454
Nov. 6-17
Nov. 5-16
Nov. 4-15
Any bull
Archery General Elk Seasons
License Required: A valid big game hunting license with an elk tag option.
Tag Required: A valid archery elk tag as listed below for the area hunted.
Hunting Method: Bow and arrow only, as defined under WAC 220-414-070.
Special Notes: Archery tag holders can hunt only during archery seasons and must hunt with archery equipment (WAC 220-414-070). Archery elk hunters may apply for special bull permits. Please see permit table for tag eligibility for all elk permits.
Hunt Area
Elk Tag Area
Game Management Units (GMUs)
2021
Dates
2022
Dates
2023
Dates
Legal Elk
Early Archery General Elk Seasons
Eastern
Washington
EA
101 through 142, 204, 243, 247, 249, 250, 272, 278, 284, 290, 373, 379, 381, 382 (except CLOSED in Deer Area 5382), 388
Sept. 11-23
Sept. 10-22
Sept. 9-21
Any elk
 
 
162, 166, 169, 172, 175, 186, 251, 328, 329, 336, 340, 352, 356, 364
Sept. 11-23
Sept. 10-22
Sept. 9-21
Spike bull
 
 
145, 149, 154, 163, 178, 181, 334, 335, 371
Sept. 11-23
Sept. 10-22
Sept. 9-21
Spike bull or antlerless
 
 
Master Hunters Only: 371. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Aug. 1-31
Aug. 1-31
Aug. 1-31
Antlerless only
Western
Washington
WA
407, 454, 564, 666, 684, Elk Area 6014
Sept. 11-23
Sept. 10-22
Sept. 9-21
Any elk
 
 
Elk Area 4601, 501 through 505, 520, 550, 554, 560, 568, 572, 574, 578, Elk Area 6061, 652 (except Elk Area 6013 closed to antlerless), 654, 660, 663, 667 through 673, 681, 699
Sept. 11-23
Sept. 10-22
Sept. 9-21
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
 
448, 460, 466, 506, 510, 513, 516, 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066), 530, 601 through 618, 624 (except for Elk Area 6071), 627, 633, 638 (except Master Hunters only in Elk Area 6064), 642 through 651, 658
Sept. 11-23
Sept. 10-22
Sept. 9-21
3 pt. min.
Late Archery General Elk Seasons
Eastern
Washington
EA
101, 105, 108, 117, 121, 204
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Any bull
 
 
124, 127, 373, 382 (except CLOSED in Deer Area 5382), 388
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Any elk
 
 
178
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Nov. 20 - Dec. 8
Antlerless only
 
 
163
Dec. 9 - Jan. 30, 2022
Dec. 9 - Jan. 30, 2023
Dec. 9 - Jan. 30, 2024
Antlerless only
 
 
203, 209 through 248, 250, 254 through 290, 379, 381. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Oct. 30 - Nov. 15
Oct. 29 - Nov. 15
Oct. 28 - Nov. 15
Any elk
 
 
Master Hunters Only: Elk Areas 3911 and 3912. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2022
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2023
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2024
Antlerless only
 
 
Master Hunters Only: 127, 130
Dec. 9-31
Dec. 9-31
Dec. 9-31
Antlerless only
 
 
334, 335
Nov. 24 - Dec. 8
Nov. 23 - Dec. 8
Nov. 22 - Dec. 8
Spike bull or antlerless
 
 
249, 251, 336, 342, 346, 352, 364, Elk Area 3681
Nov. 24 - Dec. 8
Nov. 23 - Dec. 8
Nov. 22 - Dec. 8
Spike bull
Western
Washington
WA
Elk Area 4601, 503, 505, 506, 530, 652 (except Elk Area 6013 closed to antlerless), 663, 667, 672, 681, and 699. Master hunters only in Elk Area 6064 portion of GMU 638
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
407
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Nov. 25 - Dec. 15
Any elk
 
 
454, 564, 666, Elk Area 6014
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
Any elk
 
 
448, 603, 612, 615, 638 (except for Elk Area 6064), 648
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
3 pt. min.
Muzzleloader General Elk Seasons
License Required: A valid big game hunting license with an elk tag option.
Tag Required: A valid muzzleloader elk tag as listed below for the area hunted.
Hunting Method: Muzzleloader, as defined under WAC 220-414-060, or bow and arrow, as defined under WAC 220-414-070.
Special Notes: Muzzleloader tag holders can only hunt during the muzzleloader seasons. Only hunters with tags identified in the Special Elk Permits tables may apply for special elk permits.
Hunt Area
Elk Tag Area
Game Management Units (GMUs)
2021
Dates
2022
Dates
2023
Dates
Legal Elk
Early Muzzleloader General Elk Seasons
Eastern
Washington
EM
101 through 121, 204, 247
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
Any bull
 
 
124 through 142, 245, 250, 272, 278, 284, 290, 379
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
Any elk
 
 
145, 149, 154, 162, 163, 166, 172, 175, 178, 181, 336 through 342, 352 through 368
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
Spike bull
 
 
249, 251, 328, 329, 334, 335, Elk Area 2051
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
True spike bull
 
 
Master Hunters Only: 371. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Aug. 1-31
Aug. 1-31
Aug. 1-31
Antlerless only
Western
Washington
WM
407, 454, 564, 666, 684
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
Any elk
 
 
448, 460, 466, 506, 510, 513, 516, 520, 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066), 530, 550, 554, 560, 568, 572, 574, 578, 602, 603, 607, 612, 615, 624 (except for Elk Area 6071), 627, 633, 638 (except for Elk Area 6064), 642, 648, 660, 672, 673, 681
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
3 pt. min.
 
 
501, 503, 504, 505, 652 (except Elk Area 6013 closed to antlerless), Elk Area 6014, 654, 663, 667, Elk Area 4601
Oct. 2-8
Oct. 1-7
Oct. 7-13
3 pt. min. or antlerless
Late Muzzleloader General Elk Seasons
Eastern
Washington
EM
130 through 142
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Nov. 25 - Dec. 8
Any elk
 
 
203, 209 through 248, 250, 254 through 290, 373, 379, 381. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Oct. 30 - Nov. 15
Oct. 29 - Nov. 15
Oct. 28 - Nov. 15
Any elk
 
 
Master Hunters Only: Elk Areas 3911 and 3912. Must wear hunter orange and/or hunter pink.
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2022
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2023
Aug. 1 - Jan. 20, 2024
Antlerless only
 
 
Master Hunters Only: 127, 130
Dec. 9-31
Dec. 9-31
Dec. 9-31
Antlerless only
Western
Washington
WM
407
Dec. 16-31
Dec. 16-31
Dec. 16-31
Any elk
Elk Area 4601, 501, 503, 504, 505, 652 (except Elk Area 6013 closed to antlerless), 667
Nov. 24 - Dec. 8
Nov. 23 - Dec. 8
Nov. 22 - Dec. 8
3 pt. min. or antlerless
 
 
454, 564, 666, 684, Elk Area 6014
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
Any elk
 
 
568, 574, 578
Nov. 24-30
Nov. 23-30
Nov. 22-30
3 pt. min.
 
 
448, 601, 618, 651, 658
Nov. 24 - Dec. 15
Nov. 23 - Dec. 15
Nov. 22 - Dec. 15
3 pt. min.
OTS-3583.2
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-070((2021))2022 Moose seasons, permit quotas, and areas.
(1) It is unlawful to fail to comply with the provisions of this section. A violation of this section is punishable under RCW 77.15.410 Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
(2) Moose Permit Hunts
(a) Who May Apply:
(i) Any antlered bull moose category: An individual may only harvest one moose under the "any antlered bull moose" or "any moose" category during his or her lifetime. Applications will not be accepted from hunters having previously harvested a moose in the "any moose" or "any antlered bull moose" category.
(ii) Antlerless only, youth antlerless, over-65 antlerless, disabled-antlerless, hunter-education antlerless, auction moose, raffle moose: Anyone may apply.
(b) Bag Limit: One moose except where otherwise permitted by department rule, even if permits are drawn for more than one moose hunt category.
(c) Weapon Restrictions: Permit holders may use any legal weapon.
(d) Submitting moose teeth: Successful moose hunters must submit an incisor tooth from the lower jaw, either in person at a WDFW office, or via the postage-paid envelope supplied, no later than sixty days after harvest.
(e) Any antlered bull moose seasons: Open only to the taking of moose with visible antlers (bull calves illegal).
Hunt Name
 
Permit Season
GMU or boundary
Permits
Any antlered bull moose
Kettle Range-East Okanogan 101, 105, 204
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMUs 101, 105, 204
10
Douglas A - Early
 
Oct. 1-31
GMU 108
4
Douglas A - Late
 
Nov. 1-30
GMU 108
4
Aladdin A - Early
 
Oct. 1-31
GMU 111
3
Aladdin A - Late
 
Nov. 1-30
GMU 111
3
Selkirk 113
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 113
15
49 Degrees North A - Early
 
Oct. 1-31
GMU 117 (except Parker Lake)
12
49 Degrees North A - Late
 
Nov. 1-30
GMU 117 (except Parker Lake)
12
Huckleberry A - Early
 
Oct. 1-31
GMU 121
10
Huckleberry A - Late
 
Nov. 1-30
GMU 121
10
Spokane West A
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 124 w of Hwy 395
2
Mt Spokane South A
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Moose Area 1 (within 124)
8
Mt Spokane North A
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Moose Area 2 (within 124)
8
Hangman
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 127 ((&)), 130, 139
4
Antlerless only -
Douglas 108 B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 108
2
Aladdin 111 B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 111
2
49 Degrees North B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 117 (except Parker Lake)
2
Huckleberry B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 121
8
Spokane West B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 124 w of Hwy 395
2
Mt Spokane South B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Moose Area 1 (within 124)
2
Mt Spokane North B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Moose Area 2 (within 124)
2
Mica Peak
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 127
2
Cheney B
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 130, 139
2
Youth Only - Antlerless
Mt Spokane South Y
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Moose Area 1 (within 124)
1
65 Year and over - Antlerless
49 Degrees North V
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 117 (except Parker Lake)
1
Huckleberry V
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 121
2
Disabled hunter - Antlerless
49 Degrees North D
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
GMU 117 (except Parker Lake)
1
Mt Spokane North D
 
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Moose Area 2 (within 124)
1
Note: Moose Area 3 (Parker Lake) is closed to all moose hunters, except those with a Parker Lake special permit.
(3) Moose Areas:
(a) Moose Area 1: South Spokane Moose Area:
That portion of GMU 124 beginning at intersection of Blanchard Rd and Idaho-Washington state line: W on Blanchard Rd to Blanchard Creek Rd; SW on Blanchard Creek Rd to Tallman Rd; W on Tallman Rd to Elk Chattaroy Rd; SW on Elk Chattaroy Rd to Hwy 2; S on Hwy 2 to Hwy 395, S on Hwy 395 to Spokane River, E on Spokane River to Idaho-Washington state line, N on Idaho-Washington state line to Blanchard Rd and the point of beginning.
(b) Moose Area 2: North Spokane Moose Area:
That portion of GMU 124 beginning at intersection of Blanchard Rd and Idaho-Washington state line: W on Blanchard Rd to Blanchard Creek Rd; SW on Blanchard Creek Rd to Tallman Rd; W on Tallman Rd to Elk Chattaroy Rd; SW on Elk Chattaroy Rd to Hwy 2; S on Hwy 2 to Hwy 395, N on Hwy 395 to Deer Park-Milan Rd, E on Deer Park-Milan Rd to Hwy 2, N on Hwy 2 to Idaho-Washington state line, S on Idaho-Washington state line to Blanchard Rd and the point of beginning.
(c) Moose Area 3: Parker Lake (GMU 117, Pend Oreille County): All lands south of Ruby Creek Rd (USFS Road 2489), north of Tacoma Creek Rd (USFS Road 2389), and west of Bonneville Power Administration power lines.
OTS-3584.2
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-060((2021))2022 Elk special permits.
It is unlawful to fail to comply with the bag, possession, and season limits described below. A violation of this section is punishable under RCW 77.15.410 Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
Special Elk Permit Hunting Seasons (Open to Permit Holders Only)
Hunters must purchase an elk hunting license prior to purchasing a permit application. Hunters may only apply for permits consistent with the tag required for the hunt choice; however, Multiple Season Permit holders may apply for Eastern or Western Washington archery, muzzleloader, or modern firearm permit hunts. Applicants must have purchased the proper tag for these hunts. The elk tag prefixes required to apply for each hunt are shown in the following table. Hunters drawn for a special permit hunt must comply with weapon restrictions, dates, and other conditions listed for the hunt. Hunters drawn for a special permit designated "Any tag" under the "Weapon/Tag" restriction must use equipment consistent with the requirements of their transport tag and license.
Bag Limit: One (1) elk per hunter during the license year except where otherwise permitted by department rule, even if permits are drawn for more than one elk hunt category. Any combination of seasons, tags, and permits set by the department will not exceed a maximum of two (2) elk per hunter during the license year.
Quality
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Turnbull
EA, EF, EM
Any
((Oct. 2-11 and Nov. 13 - Dec. 2))
Oct. 1-10 and Nov. 12 - Dec. 1
Any bull
Elk Area 1015
1
Prescott
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 149
2
Blue Creek
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMU 154
1
Blue Creek
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 154
((9))
6
Watershed
EA, EF, EM
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
3 pt. min.
GMU 157
25
Dayton
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 162, 163
2
Tucannon
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 166
((5))
4
Wenaha West
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
Elk Area 1008
5
Wenaha East
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
Elk Area 1009
((4))
5
Mountain View
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 172
((9))
7
Lick Creek
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 175
1
Peola
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMUs 178, 145
1
Peola
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMUs 178, 145
((2))
1
Couse
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 181
5
Mission
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMU 251
((4))
2
Colockum
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMUs 328, 329, 334
1
Colockum
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMUs 328, 329, 334
22
Teanaway
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMU 335
2
Peaches Ridge
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMUs 336, 346
2
Observatory
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMUs 334, 340, 342
2
Little Naches
EF
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 346
3
Goose Prairie
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMUs 352, 356
2
Bethel
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMU 360
2
Rimrock
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMU 364
2
Cowiche
EF
Any
((Sept. 27 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 26-30
Any bull
GMU 368
2
Alkali
EF
Any
((Oct. 16 - Nov. 5))
Oct. 15 - Nov. 4
Any bull
GMUs 334, 371
25
Nooksack
WF
Any
((Oct. 2-28 and Dec. 13-28))
Oct. 1-27 and Dec. 12-27
Any bull
GMU 418
13
Green River
WF, WA, WM
Any
Nov. 13-19
Any bull
GMU 485
10
Wahkiakum
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMUs 506, 530
1
South Rainier
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMUs 510, 513
((1))
3
Packwood
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMU 516
((1))
3
Winston
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMU 520
1
Coweeman
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMU 550
1
Toutle
WF
Any
((Sept. 20-24 and Nov. 6-17))
Sept. 19-23 and Nov. 5-16
Any bull
GMU 556
2
Toutle
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Any bull
GMU 556
31
Lewis River
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMU 560
2
Siouxon
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
GMU 572
2
((Carlton
WF
Any
Sept. 20-24
Any bull
Elk Area 5057
5
West Goat Rocks
WF
Any
Sept. 20-24
Any bull
Elk Area 5058
5))
Upper Smith Creek
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
Elk Area 5064
1
Mount Whittier
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
Elk Area 5065
1
Norway Pass
WF
Any
Sept. ((20-24))19-23
Any bull
Elk Area 5066
2
((Mt. Adams
WF
Any
Sept. 20-24
Any bull
Elk Area 5059
5))
Mudflow
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Any bull
Elk Area 5099
7
Peninsula
WF
Any
Sept. ((25-29))23-26
3 pt. min.
GMUs 602, 603, 607, 612, 615
4
Matheny
WF
Any
Sept. ((25-29))26-30
3 pt. min.
GMU 618
((3))
1
Quinault
WF
Any
Sept. ((25-29))26-30
3 pt. min.
GMU 638
((4))
3
Wynoochee
WF
Any
Sept. ((25-29))26-30
3 pt. min.
GMU 648
1
White River
WF
Any
Sept. ((25-29))24-28
Any bull
GMU 653
2
Prescott
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 149
1
Blue Creek
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 154
((4))
3
Dayton
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMUs 162, 163
1
Tucannon
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 166
2
Wenaha West
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
Elk Area 1008
2
Wenaha East
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
Elk Area 1009
2
Mountain View
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 172
((7))
6
Lick Creek
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 175
((2))
1
Peola
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMUs 178, 145
((3))
1
Couse
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 181
2
Colockum
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMUs 328, 329, 334
15
Teanaway
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMU 335
2
Peaches Ridge
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMUs 336, 346
9
Observatory
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMUs 334, 340, 342
18
Goose Prairie
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMUs 352, 356
5
Bethel
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMU 360
8
Rimrock
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMU 364
18
Cowiche
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Any bull
GMU 368
4
Alkali
EA
Any
Sept. ((1-24))1-23
Any elk
GMUs 334, 371
40
Nooksack
WA
Any
((Aug. 23 - Sept. 11 and Jan. 1-19, 2022))
Aug. 25 - Sept. 15 and Jan. 1-19, 2023
Any bull
GMU 418
8
Toutle
WA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22 and Dec. 1-15
Any bull
GMU 556
21
Upper Smith Creek
WA
Any
Sept. 12-18
Any bull
Elk Area 5064
1
Norway Pass
WA
Any
Sept. ((4-10))3-9
Any bull
Elk Area 5066
2
Mudflow
WA
Any
((Sept. 11-18 and Nov. 18-22))
Sept. 10-17 and Nov. 17-20
Any bull
Elk Area 5099
7
Peninsula
WA
Any
Sept. ((1-23))1-22
3 pt. min.
GMUs 602, 603, 607, 612, 615
2
White River
WA
Any
((Sept. 11-23 and Nov. 27 - Dec. 12))
Sept. 10-22 and Nov. 26 - Dec. 11
Any bull
GMU 653
19
Prescott
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 149
1
Blue Creek
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 154
2
Dayton
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 162, 163
1
Tucannon
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 166
1
Wenaha West
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
Elk Area 1008
1
Wenaha East
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
Elk Area 1009
1
Mountain View
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 172
((4))
3
Lick Creek
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 175
1
Peola
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMUs 178, 145
1
Couse
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 181
1
Mission
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 251
((4))
2
Colockum
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMUs 328, 329, 334
7
Teanaway
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 335
1
Peaches Ridge
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMUs 336, 346
4
Observatory
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMUs 334, 340, 342
5
Goose Prairie
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMUs 352, 356
2
Bethel
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 360
2
Rimrock
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 364
5
Cowiche
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 368
1
Alkali
EM
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 14
Any bull
GMUs 334, 371
10
Nooksack
WM
Any
((Sept. 18-29 and Nov. 13-22, and Nov. 28 - Dec. 5))
Sept. 17-28 and Nov. 13-30
Any bull
GMU 418
8
Toutle
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Any bull
GMU 556
11
Mount Whittier
WM
Any
Sept. 12-18
Any bull
Elk Area 5065
1
Norway Pass
WM
Any
Sept. 12-18
Any bull
Elk Area 5066
2
Mudflow
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-12))1-11
Any bull
Elk Area 5099
7
Peninsula
WM
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 1))
Sept. 27-30
3 pt. min.
GMUs 602, 603, 607, 612, 615
2
Bulls
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Turnbull
EF
Any
Dec. ((7-12))6-11
Spike bull only
Elk Area 1015
1
Grande Ronde
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 186
1
Mission
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 251
((4))
2
Peshastin
EF
Any
Feb. 8-17, 2022
Any bull
Elk Area 2033
4
Teanaway
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 335
4
Peaches Ridge
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMUs 336, 346
15
Observatory
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMUs 334, 340, 342
15
Goose Prairie
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMUs 352, 356
7
Bethel
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 360
7
Rimrock
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 364
33
Cowiche
EF
Any
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMU 368
4
Sauk
WF
Any
((Oct. 2 - Nov. 4))
Oct. 1 - Nov. 3
Any bull
GMU 437
6
Upper Smith Creek
WF
Any
Oct. 17-23
Any bull
Elk Area 5064
1
Mount Whittier
WF
Any
Oct. 17-23
Any bull
Elk Area 5065
1
Norway Pass
WF
Any
Oct. 17-23
Any bull
Elk Area 5066
3
Olympic
WF
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
3 pt. min.
GMU 621, EXCEPT for Elk Area 6071
8
Skokomish
WF
Any
Nov. ((1-17))1-16
3 pt. min.
GMU 636
((4))
5
White River
WF
Any
Oct. ((16))15 - Nov. 10
Any bull
GMU 653
45
Turnbull
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Spike bull only
Elk Area 1015
1
Grande Ronde
EA
Any
Sept. ((6-23))5-22
Any bull
GMU 186
1
Sauk
WA
Any
((Aug. 23 - Sept. 11 and Jan. 1-7, 2022))
Aug. 25 - Sept. 15 and Jan. 1-7, 2023
Any bull
GMU 437
9
Upper Smith Creek
WA
Any
Oct. 1-7
Any bull
Elk Area 5064
2
Mount Whittier
WA
Any
Oct. 1-7
Any bull
Elk Area 5065
1
Norway Pass
WA
Any
Oct. 1-7
Any bull
Elk Area 5066
3
Lewis River
WA
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
3 pt. min.
GMU 560
5
Siouxon
WA
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
3 pt. min.
GMU 572
5
Olympic
WA
Any
Sept. ((1-23))1-22 and Dec. 1-15
3 pt. min.
GMU 621, EXCEPT Elk Area 6071
4
Skokomish
WA
Any
Sept. ((1-23))1-22 and Dec. 1-15
3 pt. min.
GMU 636
3
Turnbull
EM
Any
((Nov. 27 - Dec. 2))
Nov. 26 - Dec. 1
Spike bull only
Elk Area 1015
1
Grande Ronde
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 186
1
Sauk
WM
Any
((Sept. 18-29 and Nov. 29 - Dec. 8 and Jan. 8-19, 2022))
Sept. 17-28 and Nov. 28 - Dec. 7 and Jan. 8-19, 2023
Any bull
GMU 437
6
Upper Smith Creek
WM
Any
Oct. 9-15
Any bull
Elk Area 5064
2
Mount Whittier
WM
Any
Oct. 9-15
Any bull
Elk Area 5065
1
Norway Pass
WM
Any
Oct. 9-15
Any bull
Elk Area 5066
3
Yale
WM
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 15
3 pt. min.
GMU 554
5
Olympic
WM
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 8))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 7
3 pt. min.
GMU 621, EXCEPT for Elk Area 6071
3
Skokomish
WM
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 8))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 7
3 pt. min.
GMU 636
((1))
2
White River
WM
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 8))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 7
Any bull
GMU 653
9
Antlerless Elk
 
 
 
 
 
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
North Half
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMUs 101, 105, 204
10
Douglas
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 108
5
Aladdin
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 111
10
Selkirk
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 113
10
49 Degrees North
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))Oct. 29 - Nov. 6 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMU 117
10
Huckleberry
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))Oct. 29 - Nov. 6 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMU 121
10
Turnbull
EF
Any
Nov. ((13-18))12-17
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
5
Turnbull
EF
Any
Dec. ((7-12))6-11
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
5
Mayview-Peola
EF
Any
Oct. ((16-24))15-23
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 178
10
Mayview-Peola
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 178
10
Prescott
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 149
20
Blue Creek
EF
Any
Oct. ((16-24))15-23
Antlerless
GMU 154
5
Blue Creek
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 154
5
Marengo
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 163
10
Mountain View
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
Elk Area 1013
5
Couse
EF
Any
Oct. ((16-24))15-23
Antlerless
Elk Area 1081
10
Couse
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
Elk Area 1081
25
Malaga
EF
Any
Sept. 6-17
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
20
Malaga
EF
Any
Nov. 1 - Dec. 31
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
55
Peshastin
EF
Any
Dec. 15, 2021 - Feb. 8, 2022
Antlerless
Elk Area 2033
20
Colockum
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMUs 328, 329
50
West Bar
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 330
5
Teanaway
EF
Any
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 335
25
Taneum
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 336
20
Manastash
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 340
20
Umtanum
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 342
20
Little Naches
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 346
20
Nile
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 352
10
Bumping
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 356
15
Bethel
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 360
10
Rimrock
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 364
15
Cowiche
EF
Any
Nov. ((3-7))2-6
Antlerless
GMU 368
15
Alkali A
EF
Any
((Oct. 16 - Nov. 5))
Oct. 15 - Nov. 4
Antlerless
GMU 371
45
Alkali B
EF
Any
Nov. ((6-24))5-23
Antlerless
GMU 371
45
Green River
WF, WA, WM
Any
Nov. 13-19
Antlerless
GMU 485
12
Mossyrock
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 505
20
Willapa Hills
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 506
20
Winston
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 520
((10))
5
Margaret
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066)
5
Ryderwood
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 530
15
Coweeman
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 550
((10))
5
Toutle
WF
Any
Nov. ((20-30))21-30
Antlerless
GMU 556
5
Lewis River
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 560
((15))
10
Washougal
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 568
((10))
5
Siouxon
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 572
((10))
5
Wind River
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 574
((15))
5
West Klickitat
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 578
((30))
5
Norway Pass
WF
Any
Oct. 17-23
Antlerless
Elk Area 5066
3
Mudflow
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
Elk Area 5099
3
Mallis
WF
Any
Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
Elk Area 6010
10
Mallis
WF
Any
Jan. 1-20, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6010
20
Puyallup
WF
Any
Jan. 1-20, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6014
10
Puyallup
WF
Any
Jan. 21 - Feb. 10, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6014
10
Puyallup
WF
Any
Feb. 11-28, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6014
10
Joyce
WF
Any
Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
Elk Area 6030
5
Hanaford
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
Elk Area 6069
5
Williams Creek
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 673
50
Long Beach
WF
Any
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 684
4
Turnbull
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
12
Malaga
EA
Any
Aug. 29 - Sept. 4
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
20
Colockum
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMUs 328, 329
75
Colockum
EA
Any
Nov. ((25))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 328
20
Taneum
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMU 336
60
Manastash
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMU 340
60
Umtanum
EA
Any
Nov. ((25))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 342
60
Nile
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMU 352
50
Bumping
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMU 356
50
Rimrock
EA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMU 364
60
Cowiche
EA
Any
Nov. ((25))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
Elk Area 3681
50
Margaret
WA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22 and Dec. 1-15
Antlerless
GMU 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066)
5
Toutle
WA
Any
Sept. ((11-23))10-22 and Dec. 1-15
Antlerless
GMU 556
10
Norway Pass
WA
Any
Oct. 1-7
Antlerless
Elk Area 5066
3
Mudflow
WA
Any
((Sept. 4-10 and Nov. 18-22))
Sept. 3-9 and Nov. 17-20
Antlerless
Elk Area 5099
5
Lewis River
WA
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 560
5
Siouxon
WA
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 572
3
Wynoochee
WA
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 648
((95))
90
North Half
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMUs 101, 105, 204
10
Douglas
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 108
5
Aladdin
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 111
10
Selkirk
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 113
10
49 Degrees North
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMU 117
20
Huckleberry
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMU 121
10
Turnbull
EM
Any
((Nov. 27 - Dec. 2))
Nov. 26 - Dec. 1
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
8
Turnbull
EM
Any
Dec. ((14-19))13-18
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
8
Blue Creek
EM
Any
((Dec. 9, 2021 - Jan. 20, 2022))
Dec. 9, 2022 - Jan. 20, 2023
Antlerless
((GMU 154))
Elk Area 1054
15
Mountain View
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
Elk Area 1013
5
Mayview-Peola
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 178
10
Couse
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
Elk Area 1081
10
Couse
EM
Any
((Dec. 1, 2021 - Jan. 20, 2022))
Dec. 1, 2022 - Jan. 20, 2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 1081 and Elk Area 1075
((35))
30
Malaga
EM
Any
Oct. 2-8
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
45
Colockum
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMUs 328, 329
35
Teanaway
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 335
20
Taneum
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 336
20
Manastash
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 340
20
Umtanum
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 342
20
Nile
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 352
10
Bumping
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 356
10
Bethel
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 360
10
Cowiche
EM
Any
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMU 368
10
Alkali
EM
Any
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 15))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 14
Antlerless
GMU 371
45
Willapa Hills
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 506
15
Mudflow
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-12))1-11
Antlerless
Elk Area 5099
4
Winston
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 520
5
Margaret
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066)
5
Ryderwood
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 530
10
Coweeman
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 550
((10))
5
Yale
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 554
5
Yale
WM
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 554
5
Toutle
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 556
((10))
5
Lewis River
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 560
5
Washougal
WM
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 568
((10))
5
Siouxon
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMU 572
5
Wind River
WM
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 574
((20))
5
West Klickitat
WM
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMU 578
((75))
25
Mount Whittier
WM
Any
Oct. 9-15
Antlerless
Elk Area 5065
1
Norway Pass
WM
Any
Oct. 9-15
Antlerless
Elk Area 5066
2
Mallis
WM
Any
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
Elk Area 6010
10
Mashel
WM
Any
Jan. 1-15, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6054
20
North River
WM
Any
Nov. ((24))23 - Dec. 15
Antlerless
GMU 658
((20))
25
Forks
WF, WM, WA
Any
Jan. 1-31, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6612
20*
Youth - Only youth hunters may apply. Weapon must be consistent with weapon/tag restriction noted for hunt.
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Turnbull
EF
Youth
Nov. ((20-25))19-24
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
5
Turnbull
EF
Youth
Nov. ((20-25))19-24
Spike bull only
Elk Area 1015
1
Aladdin
EF
Youth
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 111
5
Selkirk
EF
Youth
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 113
5
49 Degrees North
EF
Youth
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))Oct. 29 - Nov. 6 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMU 117
5
Mayview-Peola
EF
Youth
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMUs 145, 178
5
Blue Creek
EF
Youth
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 154
3
Couse
EF
Youth
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
Elk Area 1081
((10))
5
Malaga
EF
Youth
Nov. 1-12
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
10
Yakima North
EF
Youth
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 342, 346
10
Yakima Central
EF
Youth
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 352, 356, 360
5
Yakima South
EF
Youth
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 364, 368
5
Alkali
EF
Youth
((Dec. 18, 2021 - Jan. 3, 2022))
Dec. 17, 2021 - Jan. 2, 2022
Antlerless
GMU 371
20
Yakima Early
EA
Youth
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 352, 356, 364
20
Yakima Late
EA
Youth
Nov. ((25))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMUs 342, 368
20
Yakima North
EM
Youth
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 342, 346
10
Yakima Central
EM
Youth
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMUs 352, 356, 360
10
Yakima South
EM
Youth
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMUs 364, 368
10
Alkali
EM
Youth
Nov. 25 - Dec. 17
Antlerless
GMU 371
10
Sauk
WF, WM, WA
Youth
((Nov. 6-28 and Dec. 13-28))
Nov. 5-27 and Dec. 12-27
Antlerless
GMU 437
5
Mudflow
WF, WM, WA
Youth
Nov. ((23-30))22-30
Any bull
Elk Area 5099
5
Mudflow
WF, WM, WA
Youth
Oct. ((23-31))22-30
Antlerless
Elk Area 5099
5
Coweeman
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 550
10
Toutle
WF
Youth
Nov. ((20-30))21-30
Antlerless
GMU 556
10
Lewis River
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 560
5
Wind River
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 574
5
West Klickitat
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 578
10
Region 5
WF, WM
Youth with mentor
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 5
((10))
5HC
Peninsula
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
4
Clearwater
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 615
5
Matheny
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 618
5
Wynoochee
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 648
10
North River
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 658
((5))
6
Williams Creek
WF
Youth
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 673
10
Mallis
WF
Youth
((Dec. 16, 2021 - Jan. 20, 2022))
Dec. 16, 2022 - Jan. 20, 2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6010
10
Peninsula
WA
Youth
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
2
Peninsula
WM
Youth
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
2
Forks
WF, WM, WA
Youth
((Dec. 16-31))
Dec. 16 - Jan. 31
Antlerless
Elk Area 6612
10*
Region 6
WF
Youth with mentor
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 6
7HC
65+ Senior - Only hunters 65 and older may apply. Weapon must be consistent with weapon/tag restriction noted for hunt.
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Northeast
EF
65+
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))Oct. 29 - Nov. 6 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMUs 113, 117
10
Prescott
EF
65+
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 149
3
Blue Creek
EF
65+
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 154
1
Marengo
EF
65+
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 163
1
Peola-Mayview
EF
65+
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 178, 145
2
Malaga
EF
65+
Nov. 1-12
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
10
Yakima North
EF
65+
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 342, 346
10
Yakima Central
EF
65+
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 352, 356, 360
5
Yakima South
EF
65+
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 364, 368
5
Alkali
EF
65+
((Oct. 16 - Nov. 5))
Oct. 15 - Nov. 4
Antlerless
GMU 371
10
Yakima Early
EA
65+
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 352, 356, 364
10
Yakima Late
EA
65+
Nov. ((25))23 - Dec. 8
Antlerless
GMUs 342, 368
10
Yakima North
EM
65+
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 342, 346
5
Yakima Central
EM
65+
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Antlerless
GMUs 352, 356, 360
5
Ryderwood
WF
65+
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 530
5
Willapa Hills
WF
65+
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 506
5
Sauk
WF, WM, WA
65+
((Nov. 6-28 and Dec. 13-28))
Nov. 5-27 and Dec. 12-27
Antlerless
GMU 437
5
Peninsula
WF
65+
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
3
Hanaford
WF, WM, WA
65+
Jan. 1-15, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6069
5
Hanaford
WF, WM, WA
65+
Jan. 16-31, ((2022))2023
Antlerless
Elk Area 6069
5
Peninsula
WA
65+
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
1
Peninsula
WM
65+
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
1
((Forks
WF, WM, WA
65+
Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
Elk Area 6612
10*))
Hunters with Disabilities - Only hunters with disabilities may apply. Weapon must be consistent with weapon/tag restriction noted for hunt.
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Northeast
EF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))Oct. 29 - Nov. 6 and Dec. 16-31
Antlerless
GMUs 113, 117
4
Turnbull
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Oct. ((6-11))5-10
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
5
Prescott
EF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 149
3
Blue Creek
EF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 154
1
Marengo
EF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 163
1
Peola-Mayview
EF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 30 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6
Antlerless
GMU 178, 145
((2))
1
Observatory
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 25 - Nov. 7))
Oct. 24 - Nov. 6
Any bull
GMUs 334, 340, 342
((2))
1
Little Naches
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Oct. ((2-10))1-9
Any bull
GMU 346
2
Malaga
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Sept. 6-17
Antlerless
Elk Area 2032
10
Yakima North
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 336, 340, 342, 346
10
Yakima Central
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 352, 356, 360
5
Yakima South
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Nov. ((3-11))2-11
Antlerless
GMUs 364, 368
5
Alkali
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Oct. 16 - Nov. 5))
Oct. 15 - Nov. 4
Any elk
GMUs 334, 371
5
Corral Canyon
EF, EM, EA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Sept. 25 - Oct. 3))
Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
Any elk
Elk Area 3721
2
Sauk
WF, WM, WA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Nov. 6-28 and Dec. 13-28))
Nov. 5-27 and Dec. 12-27
Antlerless
GMU 437
5
Mudflow
WF, WM, WA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Oct. ((14-20))13-19
Antlerless
Elk Area 5099
5
Mudflow
WF, WM, WA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Sept. 22-28
Any bull
Elk Area 5099
5
Washougal
WF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMU 568
5
Region 5
WF, WM
Hunters w/ Disabilities
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 5
5HC
Peninsula
WF
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Nov. ((6-17))5-16
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
3
Peninsula
WM
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Oct. ((2-8))1-7
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
1
Peninsula
WA
Hunters w/ Disabilities
Sept. ((11-23))10-22
Antlerless
GMUs 602, 607, 612, 615
1
Master Hunter - Only master hunters may apply. Weapon must be consistent with weapon/tag restriction noted for hunt. Additional weapon restrictions may be conditioned by the hunt coordinator for each hunt. For those hunts requiring the purchase of a master hunter second tag, one elk may be killed in the unit under the authorization of the special permit.
Hunt Name
Weapon/Tag
Requirements
Hunters
Hunt Dates
Special Restrictions
Boundary
Permits
Turnbull
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
Dec. ((21-31))20-31
Antlerless
Elk Area 1015
5
Region 1
EF, EA, EM/
2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Region 1
20HC
Region 2
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 2
10HC
Region 3
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 3
20HC
Rattlesnake Hills
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in GMU 372
20HC
Region 4 North
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((July 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
July 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Whatcom and Skagit counties
13HC
Region 4 South
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((July 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
July 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in King and Snohomish counties
10HC
Pumice Plains
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
Oct. 9-15
Antlerless
Elk Area 5063
2
Pumice Plains
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
Oct. 17-23
Antlerless
Elk Area 5063
3
Region 5
Any western elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Aug. 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
Aug. 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 5
20HC
Long Beach
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((July 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
July 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
GMU 684
5
Region 6
WF, WA, WM/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((July 1, 2021 - Mar. 31, 2022))
July 1, 2022 - Mar. 31, 2023
Antlerless
Designated Areas in Region 6
30HC
Region 5 Northwest—Hoof Disease
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Dec. 1, 2021 - Feb. 28, 2022))
Dec. 1, 2022 - Feb. 28, 2023
Antlerless
GMUs 501, 503, 504, 505, 506 (((except CLOSED in Elk Area 6010))), 520, 524 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5066), 530, 550
15**
Region 5 Southeast—Hoof Disease
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Dec. 1, 2021 - Feb. 28, 2022))
Dec. 1, 2022 - Feb. 28, 2023
Antlerless
GMUs 554, 560, 564, 568, 572, 574, 578 (except CLOSED in Elk Area 5062), 388, 382
10**
Region 6 Willapa Hills—Hoof Disease
Any elk tag/2nd elk tag
Master Hunter elk tag required
Master Hunter
((Dec. 1, 2021 - Feb. 28, 2022))
Dec. 1, 2022 - Feb. 28, 2023
Antlerless
GMUs 658, 660, 663, 672 (((except CLOSED in Elk Area 6010))), 673 (((except CLOSED in Elk Area 6010))), 681
15**
*
Must use only archery, muzzleloader, or legal shotgun (10 or 12 gauge; slugs only).
**
Hunters are expected to target elk displaying clinical signs of elk hoof disease such as limping, lameness, or hoof abnormalities.
HC
This is a damage hunt administered by a WDFW designated hunt coordinator. Successful applicants will be contacted on an as-needed basis to help with specific sites of elk damage on designated landowner's property. Not all successful applicants will be contacted in any given year, depending on elk damage activity for that year.
Hunter Education Instructor Incentive Permits
–
Special elk permits will be allocated through a random drawing to those hunter education instructors who qualify.
–
Permit hunters must use archery equipment during archery seasons, muzzleloader equipment or archery equipment during muzzleloader seasons, and any legal weapon during modern firearm seasons. Hunter orange and/or hunter pink is required during modern firearm seasons.
–
Except for online class incentive permits and chief instructor incentive permits, qualifying hunter education instructors must be certified and have been in active status for a minimum of three consecutive years, inclusive of the year prior to the permit drawing.
–
Permittees may purchase a second license for use with the permit hunt only.
–
Qualified hunter education instructors may only receive one incentive permit each year.
Area
Dates
Restrictions
GMUs
Permits
Region 3
All general season and permit seasons established for GMUs included with the permit. Not eligible for seasons and permits for auction hunts; raffle hunts; and hunts for master hunters, youth hunters, hunters with disabilities, or hunters 65 years and older, unless the hunter education instructor legally qualifies for such hunts.
Any bull
GMUs 336-368
1
Region 4
Any elk
GMUs 454, 460
1
Region 5
Any elk
382, 388 and all 500 series GMUs EXCEPT GMU 522
1
Region 6
Any elk
GMUs 618, 638-648, 654, 658, 663, 672, 699
1
Elk Hoof Disease Incentive Permits
–
Special elk permits will be allocated through a random drawing of hunters who qualify.
–
Permit hunters must use archery equipment during archery seasons, muzzleloader equipment or archery equipment during muzzleloader seasons, and any legal weapon during modern firearm seasons. Hunter orange and/or hunter pink is required during modern firearm seasons.
–
Qualified hunters may only receive one incentive permit each year.
Area
Dates
Restrictions
GMUs
Permits
Mount St. Helens
Sept. 1 - Dec. 31
Any Bull
GMUs 505, 520, 550, 554, 556, 560, 564, 568, 572, 574, 578, 382, 388
5
South Rainier
Any Bull
GMUs 503, 510, 513, 516
2
Willapa Hills
Any Bull
GMUs 501, 504, 506, 530, 658, 660, 663, 672, 673, 681, 684
5
North Rainier
Any Bull
GMUs 652, 653, 654
2
Olympic
Any Bull
GMUs 601, 602, 603, 607, 612, 615, 618, 624, 633, 638, 642, 648, 651, excludes Elk Area 6064
5
OTS-3585.2
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-120((2021))2022 Bighorn sheep seasons, permit quotas, and areas.
(1) It is unlawful to fail to comply with the provisions of this section. A violation of species, sex, size, number, area, season, or eligibility requirements is punishable under RCW 77.15.410, Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
(2) Bighorn Sheep Permit Hunts
(a) Who May Apply: Anyone may apply, EXCEPT those who previously harvested a bighorn sheep in Washington state. An individual may only harvest one bighorn ram during his or her lifetime. However, this restriction is waived for hunters who have previously harvested a bighorn sheep under a ewe-only, juvenile ram, raffle, or auction permit, as well as for applications for a ewe-only, juvenile ram, raffle, or auction permit.
(b) Bag Limit: One (1) bighorn sheep except where otherwise permitted by department rule, even if permits are drawn for more than one bighorn sheep hunt category.
Hunt Name
Permit Season
Permit Hunt Boundary Description
Special Restrictions
Permits
Any ram
((Vulcan Mountain
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
Sheep Unit 2
Any Legal Weapon
1))
Selah Butte
Oct. ((4-31))1-31
Sheep Unit 4
Any Legal Weapon
((4))2
Umtanum
Oct. ((4-31))1-31
Sheep Unit 5
Any Legal Weapon
((4))2
Cleman Mountain
Oct. 1-31
Sheep Unit 7
Any Legal Weapon
((4))3
Lincoln Cliffs
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
Sheep Unit 12
Any Legal Weapon
2
Quilomene
Oct. 1-31
Sheep Unit 13
Any Legal Weapon
((5))3
Swakane
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
Sheep Unit 14
Any Legal Weapon
2
Manson
Nov. 9-30
Sheep Unit 16
Any Legal Weapon
2
Chelan Butte A
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
Sheep Unit 18
Any Legal Weapon
2
Chelan Butte B
Oct. 11 - Nov. 15
Sheep Unit 18
Any Legal Weapon
2
Wenaha
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
GMU 169
Any Legal Weapon
1
Mountain View - Black Butte
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
GMU 172, portions of GMU 181, GMU 186
Any Legal Weapon
1
Adult ewe
((Selah Butte A
Sept. 7 - Oct. 3
Sheep Unit 4
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
5
Selah Butte B
Nov. 1-21
Sheep Unit 4
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
6
Selah Butte C
Nov. 22 - Dec. 19
Sheep Unit 4
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
6
Umtanum A
Sept. 7 - Oct. 3
Sheep Unit 5
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
5
Umtanum B
Nov. 1-21
Sheep Unit 5
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
6
Umtanum C
Nov. 22 - Dec. 19
Sheep Unit 5
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
6))
Cleman Mountain A
Oct. ((11-31))10-31
Sheep Unit 7
Adult ewe only
Any Legal Weapon
10
Cleman Mountain B
Nov. ((8-28))7-27
Sheep Unit 7
Adult ewe only
Any Legal Weapon
8
Lincoln Cliffs
Whitestone Unit
Oct. 1-10
Sheep Unit 12 west of Mount View Rd
Adult ewe only
Any Legal Weapon
1
Chelan Butte
Sept. 15 - Oct. 10
Sheep Unit 18
Adult ewe only
Any Legal Weapon
4
Juvenile rama
((Selah Butte
Sept. 7 - Oct. 3
Sheep Unit 4
Juvenile ram onlya
Any Legal Weapon
1
Umtanum
Sept. 7 - Oct. 3
Sheep Unit 5
Juvenile ram onlya
Any Legal Weapon
1))
Youth
((Selah Butte
Nov. 1 - Dec. 19
Sheep Unit 4
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
5
Umtanum
Sept. 7 - Oct. 3
Sheep Unit 5
Adult ewe or juvenile ram
Any Legal Weapon
5))
Cleman Mountain
Nov. ((8-28))7-27
Sheep Unit 7
Adult ewe only
Any Legal Weapon
2
Hunters with Disabilities
Chelan Butte A
Oct. 11-31
Sheep Unit 18
Adult ewe only
Any Legal Weapon
3
Chelan Butte B
Oct. 11-31
Sheep Unit 18
Juvenile ram onlya
Any Legal Weapon
2
See subsection (3) of this section Bighorn Sheep Units for detailed legal descriptions of these hunt area boundaries.
a A juvenile ram is defined as a male bighorn sheep having at least one "unbroomed" horn that does not extend past an imaginary line beginning at the point on the animal's forehead where the front of the horn base adjoins the skull, and continuing downwards and in a posterior direction through the posterior edge of the eye. All reference points are based on viewing the ram directly from a ((ninety))90 degree angle from which the head is facing. A "broomed" horn is defined as a sheep horn that has been broken, splintered, frayed or rubbed in the wild, thus shortening its length and disrupting its natural taper.
(3) Bighorn Sheep Units:
(a) Sheep Unit 2 Vulcan Mountain: Permit Area: Ferry County north of the Kettle River near Curlew.
(b) Sheep Unit 4 Selah Butte: Permit Area: That part of GMU 340 east of the Yakima River.
(c) Sheep Unit 4A Selah Butte North: Permit Area: That part of GMU 340 east of the Yakima River and north of Lmuma Creek.
(d) Sheep Unit 4B Mount Baldy: Permit Area: That part of GMU 340 east of the Yakima River, south of Lmuma Creek and north of Burbank Creek.
(e) Sheep Unit 4C Selah Butte South: Permit Area: That part of GMU 340 east of the Yakima River and south of Burbank Creek.
(f) Sheep Unit 5 Umtanum: Permit Area: Those portions of GMU 340 west of the Yakima River and GMU 342 north of Wenas Creek.
(g) Sheep Unit 5A Umtanum North: Permit Area: Beginning at the Powerline Crossing the Yakima River in Section 11 of T17N, R18E; then south down the Yakima River to Roza Creek; then west up Roza Creek to the powerline; then north along the powerline to the point of beginning.
(h) Sheep Unit 5B Umtanum South: Permit Area: Beginning where Roza Creek enters the Yakima River, then down the Yakima River to the powerline crossing in Section 17 of T14N, R19E; then north on the powerline to Roza Creek; then east down Roza Creek to the point of beginning.
(i) Sheep Unit 7 Cleman Mountain: Permit Area: GMU 346 and that part of GMU 342 south of Wenas Creek.
(j) Sheep Unit 10 Mt. Hull: Permit Area: That part of Okanogan County within the following described boundary: Beginning at Oroville; then south along U.S. Highway 97 to the Swanson's Mill Road (old Mt. Hull Road) near Lake Andrews; then east to the Dry Gulch Road; then north to the Oroville-Toroda Creek Road (Molson Grade Road); then west to Oroville and the point of beginning.
(k) Sheep Unit 12 Lincoln Cliffs: Permit Area: That part of Lincoln County north of Highway 2.
(l) Sheep Unit 13 Quilomene: Permit Area: GMUs 329, 330, and that part of 251 east of Squilchuck Creek and south of Colockum Creek.
(m) Sheep Unit 14 Swakane: Permit Area: GMU 250.
(n) Sheep Unit 15 Tieton: Permit Area: GMU 360.
(o) Sheep Unit 16 Manson: Permit Area: Beginning at the mouth of Granite Falls Creek on the south shore of Lake Chelan, E across Lake Chelan to Willow Point; NW along the shoreline of Lake Chelan to the mouth of Stink Creek; E along Stink Creek to the intersection with Green's Landing Road; along Green's Landing Road to Manson Boulevard; E on Manson Boulevard to Lower Joe Creek Road; NE on Lower Joe Creek Road to Grade Creek Road; NE on Grade Creek Road to US Forest Service Road 8210; NE on US Forest Service Road 8210 to intersection with US Forest Service Road 8020; W on US Forest Service Road 8020 to Fox Peak; NW along Sawtooth Ridge (Chelan-Okanogan County Line) to the Lake Chelan National Recreation Area boundary; S along the Lake Chelan National Recreation Area boundary to shore line of Lake Chelan; W across Lake Chelan to the mouth of Riddle Creek on the South Shore; SE along South Shore of Lake Chelan to the point of beginning.
(p) Sheep Unit 18 Chelan Butte: Permit Area: Beginning at the intersection of State Hwy 971 and US Hwy 97A, S to the W shoreline of the Columbia River, N along the W shoreline of the Columbia River for 21 miles to the mouth of Antoine Creek, W up Antoine Creek to where it crosses Apple Acres Rd, W on Apple Acres Rd to the intersection with Washington Creek Rd (US Forest Service Rd 8135), N on Washington Creek Rd to its end and then follow Washington Creek, W on Washington Creek to where it crosses US Forest Service Rd 8010, S on US Forest Service Rd 8010 (transitions into Purtteman Creek Rd) to Purtteman Gulch, S into Purtteman Gulch to the N shoreline of Lake Chelan, S along the shoreline to the S shoreline of Lake Chelan to the mouth of First Creek, S up First Creek to the intersection of State Hwy 971 (Navarre Coulee Rd), S on State Hwy 971 to the point of beginning.
(q) Sheep Unit 19 Sinlahekin: Beginning at the eastern boundary of the Pasayten Wilderness border and the US-Canadian border; E on the US-Canadian border to the border station on Similkameen Rd (Co. Rd 4568); SE on the Similkameen Rd (Co. Rd 4568) to the Loomis-Oroville Rd (Co. Rd 9425); E on the Loomis-Oroville Rd (Co. Rd 9425) to US Hwy 97 in Oroville; S on US Hwy 97 to 12th Ave; W on 12th Ave (it curves S and changes to Old Highway 97); S on Old Highway 97 to US Hwy 97; S on US Hwy 97 to the South Pine Creek Rd (Co. Rd 9410); W on the South Pine Creek Rd (Co. Rd 9410) to Fish Lake Rd (Co. Rd 4290); W on Fish Lake Rd (Co. Rd 4290) to South Fish Lake Rd (Co. Rd 4282), along the south shore of Fish Lake; SW on South Fish Lake Rd (Co. Rd 4282), to the Sinlahekin Rd (Co. Rd 4015); SW on the Sinlahekin Rd (Co. Rd 4015), along the north shore of Conconully Lake, to the Salmon Creek North Fork Rd (Co. Rd 2361), at the town of Conconully; N on US Forest Service Rd 38 (Salmon Creek North Fork Rd, Co. Rd 2361) to US Forest Service Rd 3820; N on US Forest Service Rd 3820 over Lone Frank Pass, to US Forest Service Rd 39; N on US Forest Service Rd 39 to the US Forest Service Rd 300 at Long Swamp trailhead; W on the US Forest Service Rd 300 to US Forest Service Trail 342; N on US Forest Service Trail 342 to US Forest Service Trail 343; E on US Forest Service Trail 343 to US Forest Service Trail 341; E on US Forest Service Trail 341 to US Forest Service Trail 375; E on US Forest Service Trail 375 to the eastern boundary of the Pasayten Wilderness Area; N on the Pasayten Wilderness Area boundary to the US-Canadian border and the point of beginning.
(r) Whitestone Unit: Starting at the intersection of Mount View Rd and US Highway 2; W on US Highway 2 to the Lincoln County Line; N on the Lincoln County Line to the Lincoln County Line in the Columbia River; E up the Columbia River to Halverson Canyon; S and W up Halverson Canyon to Mount View Rd; S on Mount View Rd to US Highway 2 and the point of the beginning.
(s) Lincoln Unit: Starting at the intersection of Mount View Rd and US Highway 2; E on US Highway 2 to the Lincoln County Line; N on the Lincoln County Line to the Lincoln County Line in the Spokane River; W down the Spokane River to the Columbia River; W down the Columbia River to Halverson Canyon; S and W up Halverson Canyon to Mount View Rd; S on Mount View Rd to US Highway 2 and the point of the beginning.
(t) Mountain View – Black Butte: GMUs 172, 186; portions of GMU 181 (south of the line made by starting at Montgomery Ridge Road and Highway 129 to the Sherry Grade Road to the Couse Creek Road to the Snake River).
OTS-3586.2
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-415-130((2021))2022 Mountain goat seasons, permit quotas, and areas.
(1) Hunters must comply with the provisions of this section. A violation of species, sex, size, number, area, season, or eligibility requirements is punishable under RCW 77.15.410 Unlawful hunting of big game—Penalty.
(2) Mountain Goat Permit Hunts
(a) Who May Apply:
(i) Mountain goat special permit category: Anyone may apply, except those who harvested a mountain goat in Washington state after 1998. An individual may only harvest one mountain goat during his or her lifetime. However, these restrictions are waived for hunters who have previously harvested a mountain goat under an auction, raffle, or conflict reduction permit, as well as for applications for an auction, raffle, or conflict reduction permit.
(ii) Conflict reduction special permit category: Anyone may apply.
(b) Bag Limit:
(i) Mountain goat special permit category: One (1) adult goat of either sex with horns 4 inches or longer, except where otherwise permitted by department rule even if permits are drawn for more than one mountain goat hunt category.
(ii) Conflict reduction special permit category: Two (2) goats of either sex. No minimum horn length or age requirements.
(c) It is unlawful for a person who kills a mountain goat in Washington to fail, within ((ten))10 days after acquisition, to personally present the horns attached to the head for inspection at a department office or location designated by a departmental representative. After inspection, the head/horns of a mountain goat lawfully killed in Washington may be kept for personal use. A violation of this subsection is punishable under RCW 77.15.280 (1)(b).
(d) Applicants drawn for a permit may only purchase their license after successfully completing the WDFW mountain goat gender identification training (online or at a participating WDFW office). However, this requirement is waived for applicants drawn for a permit in the conflict reduction special permit category.
Goat Hunt Area Name (Number)
Permit Season
Special Restrictions
Permits
Mountain goat special permits
 
 
 
North Lake Chelan (2-1)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
2
South Lake Chelan (2-3)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Naches Pass (3-6)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Bumping River (3-7)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Boulder River North (4-8a)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Chowder Ridge (4-3)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Lincoln Peak (4-4)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
2
Avalanche Gorge (4-7)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
3
Goat Rocks West (5-4)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Goat Rocks East (5-5)
Sept. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
((2))1
Mt. Margaret Backcountry (5-6)
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
Mt. St. Helens South (5-7)
Oct. 1 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
1
((Conflict reduction special permits
 
 
 
East Olympic Mountains A (6-1)a
Sept. 1-26
Any Legal Weapon
5
East Olympic Mountains B (6-1)a
Sept. 27 - Oct. 22
Any Legal Weapon
10
East Olympic Mountains C (6-1)a
Oct. 23 - Nov. 30
Any Legal Weapon
10
a The conflict reduction special permit category is reinstated. Points previously accrued for the conflict reduction special permits will apply. Points accrued or spent on this hunt do not apply to other mountain goat hunts.))
(3) Mountain Goat Hunt Area Descriptions. The following areas are defined as mountain goat hunt areas:
Chelan North 2-1: Beginning at the mouth of Fish Creek on Lake Chelan (Moore Point); then NE up Fish Creek and USFS Trail 1259 to the Sawtooth crest near Deephole Spring; then SE along the Sawtooth crest, which separates Chelan and Okanogan counties, to Horsethief Basin and the headwaters of Safety Harbor Creek; then S along Safety Harbor Creek to Lake Chelan, then NW along the north shore of Lake Chelan to the mouth of Fish Creek at Moore Point and the point of beginning.
Methow 2-2: Begin at Twisp, W along Twisp River Rd (County Rd 4440) to Roads End; W up Twisp Pass Trail 432 to Twisp Pass and Okanogan County line; N on Okanogan County line through Washington Pass to Harts Pass; SE down Harts Pass (Rd 5400) to Lost River; along Lost River-Mazama Rd to Mazama; SW to State Hwy 20; SE on State Hwy 20 to Twisp and point of beginning.
South Lake Chelan 2-3: GMU 246
Naches Pass 3-6: Beginning at Chinook Pass; then N along the Pacific Crest Trail to Naches Pass; then E to USFS Road 19 and continuing to State Highway 410; then W along State Highway 410 to Chinook Pass and point of beginning.
Bumping River 3-7: Beginning on US Forest Service Trail 2000 (Pacific Crest Trail) and SR 410 at Chinook Pass; NE on SR 410 to US Forest Service Rd 1800 (Bumping Lake Rd); SW on the US Forest Service Rd 1800 (Bumping Lake Rd) to US Forest Service Trail 973 (Richmond Mine Rd); SE on US Forest Service Trail 973 (Richmond Mine Rd) to the north fork of Rattlesnake Creek; SE down the north fork of Rattlesnake Creek to US Forest Service Rd 1502 (McDaniel Lake Rd); SE on US Forest Service Rd 1502 (McDaniel Lake Rd) to US Forest Service Rd 1500; S on US Forest Service Rd 1500 to US Hwy 12; W on US Hwy 12 to US Forest Service Trail 2000 (Pacific Crest Trail) at White Pass; N on the US Forest Service Trail 2000 (Pacific Crest Trail) to SR 410 at Chinook Pass and the point of beginning. (Lands within the boundary of Mt. Rainier National Park along the Pacific Crest Trail are not open to hunting.)
Blazed Ridge 3-10: Beginning at the mouth of Cabin Creek on the Yakima River; then W along Cabin Creek to the headwaters near Snowshoe Butte; then S along the Cascade Crest separating the Green and Yakima River drainage to Pyramid Peak; then SE along the North Fork, Little Naches, and Naches River to the Yakima River; then N along the Yakima River to the mouth of Cabin Creek and point of beginning.
Chowder Ridge 4-3: Beginning at the confluence of Wells Creek with the North Fork Nooksack River; then up Wells Creek to the confluence with Bar Creek; then up Bar Creek to the Mazama Glacier; then SW on Mazama Glacier to the summit of Mount Baker; then NW between Roosevelt Glacier and Coleman Glacier to the headwaters of Kulshan Creek; then down Kulshan Creek to the confluence with Grouse Creek; then down Grouse Creek to the confluence with Glacier Creek; then down Glacier Creek to the confluence with the North Fork Nooksack River; then up the North Fork Nooksack River to Wells Creek and the point of beginning.
Lincoln Peak 4-4: Beginning at the confluence of Glacier Creek and the North Fork Nooksack River; then up Glacier Creek to the confluence with Grouse Creek; then up Grouse Creek to the confluence with Kulshan Creek; then up Kulshan Creek to headwaters; then SE between Coleman and Roosevelt glaciers to the summit of Mount Baker; then SW on Easton Glacier to Baker Pass; then W on the Bell Pass Trail (USFS Trail 603.3) to the intersection with Ridley Creek Trail (Trail No. 696); then W on Ridley Creek Trail to Ridley Creek; then down Ridley Creek to the Middle Fork Nooksack River; then down the Middle Fork Nooksack River to the confluence with Clearwater Creek, then up Clearwater Creek to the confluence with Rocky Creek, then up Rocky Creek to the Washington DNR boundary; then along the National Forest-Washington DNR boundary to Hedrick Creek; then down Hedrick Creek to the North Fork Nooksack River; then up the North Fork Nooksack River to Glacier Creek and the point of beginning.
Avalanche Gorge 4-7: Beginning on Baker Lake Road and Park Creek; then up Park Creek to headwaters and beginning of Park Glacier; then NW and SW on Park Glacier to Mount Baker summit; then N on the Mazama Glacier to Bar Creek, then down Bar Creek to the confluence with Wells Creek; then SE up Wells Creek to its headwaters; then E about 1 mile to an unnamed peak (indicated elevation 5,831 ft, just W of Ptarmigan Ridge Trail (Trail No. 682.1) (See referenced 1:24k USGS quad map - Shuksan Arm)); then NE to the headwaters of the first tributary of Swift Creek encountered; then SE down said unnamed tributary to the confluence with Swift Creek; then down Swift Creek to the Baker Lake Road (USFS Road 394); then SW along the Baker Lake Road to Park Creek and point of beginning. (Refer to 1:24k USGS quad map - Shuksan Arm).
Boulder River North 4-8a: That area within the Boulder River Wilderness of the Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest, beginning at the Boulder River trailhead on USFS Rd 2010 (to Boulder Falls), then E along the USFS Boulder River Wilderness boundary to Squire Creek, then southward along the Squire Creek to Squire Creek Pass, then SW up Squire Creek Pass to the headwaters of Copper Creek, then SE down Copper Creek to the unnamed tributary to Copper Creek which heads W up to Windy Pass, then W up said tributary to its headwaters in Windy Pass, then W across Windy Pass to the headwaters of Windy Creek, then W down Windy Creek to the USFS Boulder River Wilderness boundary, then N along the USFS Boulder River Wilderness boundary to the Boulder River trailhead on USFS Rd 2010 and the point of the beginning.
Goat Rocks West 5-4: Beginning at US Hwy 12 at the US Forest Service Trail 2000 (Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail); S on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail to Lewis County line at Cispus Pass; S and W on the Lewis County line to Johnson Creek Rd (US Forest Service Rd 21); N on Johnson Creek Rd to US Hwy 12; E on US Hwy 12 to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and the point of the beginning.
Goat Rocks East 5-5: GMU 364
Mt. Margaret Backcountry 5-6: Beginning at the junction of USFS 99 Rd and USFS 26 Rd; S on USFS 99 Rd to junction of USFS 99 Rd and USFS Trail 227 at Independence Pass trailhead; N on USFS Trail 227 to junction of USFS Trail 227 and USFS Trail 1; W on USFS Trail 1 to junction of USFS Trail 1 and USFS Trail 230; NW on USFS Trail 230 to junction of USFS Trail 230 and USFS Trail 211; NE to Minnie Peak; W to the USFS property boundary in the SE 1/4 of Section 20, T10N, R5E; N along the USFS property boundary to the Green River; E up the Green River to USFS Rd 2612; E on USFS 2612 to the junction of USFS Rd 2612 and USFS Rd 26; S on USFS Rd 26 to the junction of USFS Rd 26 and USFS Rd 99 and point of beginning.
Mt. St. Helens South 5-7: Beginning at the junction of USFS Trail 234 and USFS Rd 83; W on USFS Rd 83 to the junction of USFS Rd 83 and USFS Rd 81; NW on USFS Rd 81 to the junction of USFS Rd 81 and USFS Rd 8123; N on USFS Rd 8123 to USFS Trail 238 at Blue Lake; N on USFS Trail 238 to USFS Trail 216; N on USFS Trail 216 to the South Fork Toutle River; Up the South Fork Toutle River to Mt. St. Helens crater's edge; E along Mt. St. Helens crater to Ape Canyon Creek; Down Ape Canyon Creek to USFS Trail 216; E on USFS Trail 216 to USFS Trail 234; SE on USFS Trail 234 to USFS Rd 83 and point of beginning.
East Olympic Mountains 6-1: GMUs 621, 636, and 638.
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AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 21-14-022, filed 6/28/21, effective 7/29/21)
WAC 220-416-060((2021-2022))2022-2023 Migratory gamebird seasons and regulations.
All migratory waterfowl, coot, snipe, mourning dove and band-tailed pigeon are closed to harvest unless season dates are specified in this section. Hunters must comply with the bag, possession, and season limits described in this section. Failure to do so constitutes a violation of RCW 77.15.245, 77.15.400, or 77.15.430, depending on the species hunted and the circumstances of the violation.
DUCKS
Statewide: Oct. ((16-24, 2021))15-23, 2022, and Oct. ((27, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022))26, 2022 - Jan. 29, 2023; except scaup season closed Oct. ((16 - Nov. 5, 2021))15 - Nov. 4, 2022.
Special youth hunting days open only to hunters 15 years of age or under (must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years old who is not hunting): Sept. ((25, 2021))24, 2022, and Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Western Washington (West Zone); Oct. ((2, 2021))1, 2022, and Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Eastern Washington (East Zone).
Special veterans and active military personnel hunting day open only to hunters as defined in Section 3 of 16 U.S. Code Sec. 704 as amended by the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. Active duty military includes members of the National Guard and Reserves on active duty (other than for training). Veterans must have served in the active military, naval, or air service, and discharged or released under Honorable conditions: Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Western Washington (West Zone) and Eastern Washington (East Zone). Hunters must have one of the following, or a copy of, during the hunt: DD214, Veteran Benefit Card, Retired Active Military I.D., or Active Duty I.D. card.
Daily Bag Limit: 7 ducks, to include not more than 2 hen mallard, 1 pintail, 2 scaup, 2 canvasback, and 2 redhead statewide; and to include not more than 1 harlequin, 2 scoter, 2 long-tailed duck, and 2 goldeneye in Western Washington.
Possession Limit for Regular Season: 21 ducks, to include not more than 6 hen mallard, 3 pintail, 6 scaup, 6 canvasback, and 6 redhead statewide; and to include not more than 1 harlequin, 6 scoter, 6 long-tailed duck, and 6 goldeneye in Western Washington.
Possession Limit for Youth, Veterans and Active Military Personnel Hunting Days: Same as Daily Bag Limit.
Season Limit: 1 harlequin in Western Washington.
AUTHORIZATION AND HARVEST RECORD CARD REQUIRED TO HUNT SEA DUCKS
Hunters must possess a special ((2021-2022))2022-2023 hunting authorization and harvest record card for sea ducks when hunting harlequin, scoter, long-tailed duck, and goldeneye in Western Washington. A hunter who has not previously possessed a sea duck harvest report card must submit an application form to Washington state department of fish and wildlife (WDFW). Immediately after taking a sea duck into possession, hunters must record in ink the information required within the designated spaces provided on the harvest record card.
COOT (Mudhen)
Same areas and dates (including youth, veterans and active military personnel hunting days) as the duck season.
Daily Bag Limit: 25 coots.
Possession Limit: 75 coots.
Possession Limit for Youth, Veterans and Active Military Personnel Hunting Days: Dame as Daily Bag Limit.
SNIPE
Same areas and dates (except youth, veterans and active military personnel hunting days) as the duck season.
Daily Bag Limit: 8 snipe.
Possession Limit: 24 snipe.
GEESE (except Brant)
Special youth hunting days open only to hunters 15 years of age or under (must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years old who is not hunting): Sept. ((25, 2021))24, 2022, and Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Western Washington (West Zone); Oct. ((2, 2021))1, 2022, and Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Eastern Washington (East Zone).
Special veterans and active military personnel hunting day open only to hunters as defined in Section 3 of 16 U.S. Code Sec. 704 as amended by the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. Active duty military includes members of the National Guard and Reserves on active duty (other than for training). Veterans must have served in the active military, naval, or air service, and discharged or released under Honorable conditions: Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Western Washington (West Zone) and Eastern Washington (East Zone). Hunters must have one of the following, or a copy of, during the hunt: DD214, Veteran Benefit Card, Retired Active Military I.D., or Active Duty I.D. card.
Daily Bag Limit for September dates: 4 Canada geese and 10 white-fronted geese.
Daily Bag Limit for February date: 4 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 10 white-fronted geese, and 10 white geese (snow, Ross', blue phase), except in Goose Management Area 2 Coast and Inland where the bag limit for Canada geese is reduced to 3 and dusky Canada geese remain closed to harvest.
Possession Limit for Youth, Veterans and Active Military Personnel Hunting Days: Same as Daily Bag Limit.
Western Washington Goose Seasons
Goose Management Area 1: Skagit and Whatcom counties, and that portion of Snohomish County west of Interstate 5.
September Canada Goose Season
Sept. ((4-9, 2021))3-8, 2022.
Daily Bag Limit: 5 Canada geese.
Possession Limit: 15 Canada geese.
Regular Season
Oct. ((16 - Nov. 28))15 - Nov. 27, and Dec. ((11, 2021))10, 2022 - Jan. ((30, 2022))29, 2023, for Canada and white-fronted geese (except brant).
Oct. ((16 - Nov. 28))15 - Nov. 27, and Dec. ((11, 2021))10, 2022 - Jan. ((30, 2022))29, 2023, and Feb. ((12-22, 2022))11-21, 2023, for snow, Ross', and blue geese (collectively referred to as white geese). During Feb. ((12-22, 2022))11-21, 2023, in Skagit, Whatcom and Snohomish counties, specified WDFW lands including Fir Island Farm Game Reserve, Island Unit, Johnson DeBay's Slough Swan Reserve and Hunt Unit, Leque Island Unit, Samish Unit, Samish River Unit, South Padilla Bay Unit, and Skagit Headquarters Unit of the Skagit Wildlife Area, and all units of the Whatcom Wildlife Area are closed to goose hunting in Goose Management Area 1.
Daily Bag Limit: 4 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 10 white-fronted geese, and 10 white geese (snow, Ross', blue phase). During Feb. ((12-22, 2022))11-21, 2023: 20 white geese.
Possession Limit: 12 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 30 white-fronted geese, and 30 white geese (snow, Ross', blue phase). During Feb. ((12-22, 2022))11-21, 2023: 60 white geese.
AUTHORIZATION AND HARVEST RECORD CARD REQUIRED TO HUNT SNOW GEESE
Hunters must possess a special ((2021-2022))2022-2023 migratory bird hunting authorization and harvest record card for snow geese when hunting snow, Ross', and blue geese in Goose Management Area 1. A hunter who has not previously possessed a snow goose harvest report card must submit an application form to Washington state department of fish and wildlife (WDFW). Immediately after taking a snow, Ross', or blue goose into possession, hunters must record in ink the information required within the designated spaces provided on the harvest record card.
SKAGIT COUNTY AND WHATCOM COUNTY SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS
It is unlawful to discharge a firearm for the purpose of hunting waterfowl within 100 feet of any paved public road on Fir Island in Skagit County or to discharge a firearm for the purpose of hunting snow geese within 100 feet of any paved public road in other areas of Skagit County or Whatcom County.
While hunting snow geese, if a hunter is convicted of (a) trespass; (b) shooting from, across, or along the maintained part of any public highway; (c) discharging a firearm for the purpose of hunting waterfowl within 100 feet of any paved public road on Fir Island in Skagit County or discharging a firearm within 100 feet of any paved public road for the purpose of hunting snow geese in other areas of Skagit County or Whatcom County; or (d) exceeding the daily bag limit for geese, authorization will be invalidated for the remainder of the current snow goose season and an authorization will not be issued for the subsequent snow goose season.
Goose Management Area 2 - Coast: Pacific County and the portion of Grays Harbor County west of highway 101.
September Canada Goose Season
Sept. ((4-12, 2021))3-11, 2022.
Daily Bag Limit: 5 Canada geese, except 15 Canada geese in Pacific County.
Possession Limit: 15 Canada geese, except 45 Canada geese in Pacific County.
Regular Season
Open in all areas from 30 minutes after the start of official hunting hours to 30 minutes before the end of official hunting hours, 7 days per week during Oct. ((16-31, 2021))15-30, 2022; Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays only, Nov. ((3 - Dec. 5, 2021))2 - Dec. 4, 2022, and Dec. ((22, 2021 - Jan. 23, 2022))21, 2022 - Jan. 22, 2023, and Feb. ((12-23, 2022))11-22, 2023. During Feb. ((12-23, 2022))11-22, 2023, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) and WDFW Wildlife Areas are closed to goose hunting in Goose Management Area 2 - Coast.
Bag Limits for Goose Management Area 2 - Coast:
Daily Bag Limit: ((4))3 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 10 white-fronted geese, and 10 white geese (snow, Ross', blue).
Possession Limit: ((12))9 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 30 white-fronted geese, and 30 white geese (snow, Ross', blue).
Dusky Canada geese: SEASON CLOSED.
Goose Management Area 2 - Inland: Clark, Cowlitz, Wahkiakum counties and the portion of Grays Harbor County east of highway 101.
September Canada Goose Season
Sept. ((4-12, 2021))3-11, 2022.
Daily Bag Limit: 5 Canada geese.
Possession Limit: 15 Canada geese.
Regular Season
Open in all areas except Ridgefield NWR from 30 minutes after the start of official hunting hours to 30 minutes before the end of official hunting hours, 7 days per week during Oct. ((16-31, 2021))15-30, 2022; Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays only, Nov. ((24, 2021 - Jan. 16, 2022))23, 2022 - Jan. 15, 2023, and Feb. ((12 - Mar. 9, 2022))11 - Mar. 8, 2023. During Feb. ((12 - Mar. 9, 2022))11 - Mar. 8, 2023, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) and WDFW Wildlife Areas are closed to goose hunting in Goose Management Area 2 - Inland. Ridgefield NWR open from 30 minutes after the start of official hunting hours to 30 minutes before the end of official hunting hours, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays only, Oct. ((16-31, 2021))15-30, 2022, and Nov. ((24, 2021 - Jan. 15, 2022))23, 2022 - Jan. 14, 2023.
Bag Limits for Goose Management Area 2 - Inland:
Daily Bag Limit: ((4))3 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 10 white-fronted geese, and 10 white geese (snow, Ross', blue).
Possession Limit: ((12))9 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 30 white-fronted geese, and 30 white geese (snow, Ross', blue).
Dusky Canada geese: SEASON CLOSED.
Special Provisions for Goose Management Area 2 Coast and Inland Regular Season only:
A dusky Canada goose is defined as a dark-breasted (as shown in the Munsell color chart 10 YR, 5 or less) Canada goose with a culmen (bill) length of 40-50 mm.
Hunters must possess a valid special ((2021-2022))2022-2023 migratory bird hunting authorization and harvest record card for geese when hunting all goose species in Goose Management Area 2 Coast and Inland. New hunters and those who did not maintain a valid ((2019-2020))2021-2022 authorization must review goose identification training materials and score a minimum of 80% on a goose identification test to receive authorization. Hunters who fail a test must wait 28 days before retesting, and will not be issued a reciprocal authorization until that time. Immediately after taking a goose into possession, hunters must record in ink the information required within the designated spaces provided on the harvest record card.
It is unlawful for hunters in Goose Management Area 2 Coast and Inland to fail to comply with the directions of authorized department personnel related to the collection of goose subspecies information pursuant to RCW 77.12.071. A person who prevents department personnel from collecting samples of tissue or other bodily parts is subject to prosecution under RCW 77.15.360 Unlawful interfering in department operations—Penalty. If a hunter takes a dusky Canada goose or does not comply with requirements listed above regarding WDFW collection of subspecies information, authorization will be invalidated by the department and the hunter will not be able to hunt geese in Goose Management Area 2 Coast and Inland for the remainder of the season. It is unlawful to fail to comply with all provisions listed above for Goose Management Area 2 Coast and Inland. Taking one dusky Canada goose is punishable as an infraction under RCW 77.15.160 (5)(b). Other violations of Area 2 goose hunting rules are punishable as an infraction under RCW 77.15.160 (2)(e) or as a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor under RCW 77.15.400 unlawful hunting of wild birds, depending on the circumstances of the violation.
Goose Management Area 3
Includes all parts of Western Washington not included in Goose Management Areas 1 and 2.
September Canada Goose Season
Sept. ((4-9, 2021))3-8, 2022.
Daily Bag Limit: 5 Canada geese.
Possession Limit: 15 Canada geese.
Regular Season
Oct. ((16-28, 2021))15-27, 2022, and Nov. ((6, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022))5, 2022 - Jan. 29, 2023.
Daily Bag Limit: 4 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 10 white-fronted geese, and 10 white geese (snow, Ross', blue).
Possession Limit: 12 Canada geese (except dusky Canada geese which are closed to harvest), 30 white-fronted geese, and 30 white geese (snow, Ross', blue).
Eastern Washington Goose Seasons
September Canada Goose Season (Eastern Washington)
Sept. ((4-5, 2021))3-4, 2022.
Daily Bag Limit: 5 Canada geese.
Possession Limit: 10 Canada geese.
Goose Management Area 4
Adams, Benton, Chelan, Douglas, Franklin, Grant, Kittitas, Lincoln, Okanogan, Spokane, and Walla Walla counties.
Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays only during Oct. ((16, 2021 - Jan. 23, 2022))15, 2022 - Jan. 22, 2023; additionally, to accommodate opportunity during recognized holiday periods, the ((2020-2021))2022-2023 season will include: Nov. 11, ((25, and 26, 2021))24, and 25, 2022; Dec. ((24, 27, 28, 30, and 31, 2021))26, 27, 29, and 30, 2022, and Jan. ((17, 2022))16, 2023; and every day Jan. ((24-30, 2022))23-29, 2023, for Canada geese and white-fronted geese.
Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays only during Nov. ((6, 2021 - Jan. 23, 2022))5, 2022 - Jan. 22, 2023; additionally, to accommodate opportunity during recognized holiday periods, the ((2019-2020))2022-2023 season will include: Nov. 11, ((25, and 26, 2021))24, and 25, 2022; Dec. ((24, 27, 28, 30, and 31, 2021))26, 27, 29, and 30, 2022, and Jan. ((17, 2022))16, 2023; and every day Jan. ((24-30, 2022))23-29, 2023, and Feb. ((12 - Mar. 2, 2022))11 - Mar. 1, 2023, for snow, Ross', and blue phase geese (collectively referred to as white geese).
Goose Management Area 5
Includes all parts of Eastern Washington not included in Goose Management Area 4.
Oct. ((16 - Nov. 1, 2021))15-31, 2022, and every day from Nov. ((6, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022))5, 2022 - Jan. 29, 2023.
Bag Limits for all Eastern Washington Goose Management Areas during regular seasons:
Daily Bag Limit: 4 Canada geese, 10 white-fronted geese, and 10 white geese (snow, Ross', blue). During Feb. ((12 - Mar. 2, 2022))11 - Mar. 1, 2023, in GMA4: 20 white geese.
Possession Limit: 12 Canada geese, 30 white-fronted geese, and 30 white geese (snow, Ross', blue). During Feb. ((12 - Mar. 2, 2022))11 - Mar. 1, 2023, in GMA4: 60 white geese.
BRANT
((Open))Will remain closed in Skagit County, including during the youth, veteran, and active military date, and may only ((on))open under the following conditions on specified dates((:
Jan. 15 and 22, 2022, with additional days provided.
If the 2020-2021 brant population in Skagit County is greater than 6,000 (as determined by aerial survey), the brant season in Skagit County will be open on the following dates: Jan. 15, 16, 19, 22, 23, 26, 29, and 30, 2022.
If the 2020-2021 brant population in Skagit County is 3,000-6,000 (as determined by aerial survey), the brant season in Skagit County will be open only on selected dates)).
If the ((2020-2021))2022-2023 brant population in Skagit County is below 3,000 (as determined by aerial survey), the brant season in Skagit County will ((be))remain closed.
If the 2022-2023 brant population in Skagit County is 3,000-6,000 (as determined by aerial survey), the brant season in Skagit County will be open on the following dates: Jan. 14, 18, and 21, 2023, and during the Feb. 4, 2023, youth, veterans, and active military date.
If the 2022-2023 brant population in Skagit County is greater than 6,000 (as determined by aerial survey), the brant season in Skagit County will be open on the following dates: Jan. 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 25, 28, and 29, 2023, and during the Feb. 4, 2023, youth, veterans, and active military date.
Open in Clallam and Whatcom counties only on the following dates: Jan. ((15, 19, and 22, 2022))14, 18, and 21, 2023.
Open in Pacific County only on the following dates: Jan. ((8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, and 30, 2022))7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24, 26, 28, and 29, 2023, but may be adjusted pending the most recent 3-year running average results of the Pacific flyway winter brant survey.
Special youth, open to hunters 15 years of age or under (must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years old who is not hunting), veterans and active military personnel hunting day, open to hunters as defined in Section 3 of 16 U.S. Code Sec. 704 as amended by the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. Active duty military includes members of the National Guard and Reserves on active duty (other than for training). Veterans must have served in the active military, naval, or air service, and discharged or released under Honorable conditions: Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023. Hunters must have one of the following, or a copy of, during the hunt: DD214, Veteran Benefit Card, Retired Active Military I.D., or Active Duty I.D. card.
AUTHORIZATION AND HARVEST RECORD CARD REQUIRED TO HUNT BRANT
Hunters must possess a special ((2021-2022))2022-2023 migratory bird hunting authorization and harvest record card for brant when hunting brant. A hunter who has not previously possessed a brant harvest report card must submit an application form to Washington state department of fish and wildlife (WDFW). Immediately after taking a brant into possession, hunters must record in ink the information required within the designated spaces provided on the harvest record card.
Bag Limits for Clallam, Skagit, Pacific and Whatcom counties:
Daily Bag Limit: 2 brant.
Possession Limit: 6 brant.
Special youth, veterans and active military personnel hunting day.
Daily Bag and Possession Limit: 2 brant.
SWANS
Season closed statewide.
MOURNING DOVE
Sept. 1 - Oct. 30, ((2021))2022, statewide.
Daily Bag Limit: 15 mourning doves.
Possession Limit: 45 mourning doves.
BAND-TAILED PIGEON
Sept. ((15-23, 2021))17-25, 2022, statewide.
Daily Bag Limit: 2 band-tailed pigeons.
Possession Limit: 6 band-tailed pigeons.
AUTHORIZATION AND HARVEST RECORD CARD REQUIRED TO HUNT BAND-TAILED PIGEONS
Hunters must possess a special ((2021-2022))2022-2023 migratory bird hunting authorization and harvest record card for band-tailed pigeons when hunting band-tailed pigeons. A hunter who has not previously possessed a band-tailed pigeon harvest report card must submit an application form to Washington state department of fish and wildlife (WDFW). Immediately after taking a band-tailed pigeon into possession, hunters must record in ink the information required within the designated spaces provided on the harvest record card.
FALCONRY SEASONS
DUCKS, COOTS, SNIPE, GEESE, AND MOURNING DOVES (EXCEPT BRANT)(Falconry)
Same season dates for each species in each area as listed above.
Daily Bag Limit: 3, straight or mixed bag, including ducks, coots, snipe, geese, and mourning doves during established seasons.
Possession Limit: 3 times the daily bag limit.
DUCKS, COOTS, CANADA GEESE, WHITE-FRONTED GEESE, WHITE GEESE AND BRANT
(Extended Falconry)
Sept. ((25, 2021))24, 2022, and Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Western Washington (West Zone).
Oct. ((2, 2021))1, 2022, and Feb. ((5, 2022))4, 2023, in Eastern Washington (East Zone).
Daily Bag Limit: 3, straight or mixed bag, including allowable species specified under youth, veterans and active military personnel dates.
Possession Limit: Same as the Daily Bag Limit.
MOURNING DOVE(Extended Falconry)
Oct. 31 - Dec. 16, ((2021))2022.
Daily Bag Limit: 3, straight or mixed bag, including ducks, coots, snipe, and geese during established seasons.
Possession Limit: 3 times the daily bag limit.
HIP REQUIREMENTS:
All hunters of migratory game birds (duck, goose, coot, snipe, mourning dove, and band-tailed pigeon) age 16 and over are required to complete a harvest information program (HIP) survey at a license dealer and possess a Washington migratory bird permit as evidence of compliance with this requirement when hunting migratory game birds. Youth hunters are required to complete a HIP survey and possess a Washington migratory bird permit (free for youth) as evidence of compliance with this requirement when hunting migratory game birds.