OR Elk Unit SIUSLAW — Siuslaw

Siuslaw Elk Unit — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Siuslaw spans nearly 1 million acres across the Cascade foothills with elevation ranging from sea-level coastal access to 2,819 ft. Public land comprises 44% of the unit, limiting some routing options but leaving substantial National Forest huntable terrain. Lower-elevation western slopes support mixed conifer and valley habitat; higher terrain transitions to more open high country. Access is reasonable for a westside unit, though fragmented private land requires careful route planning and boundary awareness. Herd Quality The average bull:cow ratio of 13:100 indicates a heavily harvested herd. This ratio..