OR Elk Unit WHITE RIVER — White River

White River Unit — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access White River spans 601,000 acres across dramatic elevation—from 79 feet in lower valleys to over 6,500 feet in the high country. Half the unit sits on public land, offering mixed opportunity between accessible lower-elevation terrain and remote alpine country. This elevation span creates distinct habitat zones and hunter-access corridors, with lower sections more approachable and upper elevations requiring more effort to reach and hunt effectively. Hunt Character This is a challenging, physically demanding unit that rewards patience and thorough scouting. The wide elevation range and 50% public-land base..