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WA Elk Unit 251 — Mission

Total Acres
333,331
Public Land
66%
Wilderness
0%
Elevation
569–7,971 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — Archery LateNov 26, 2026Dec 8, 2026
2026Archery — Archery EarlySep 6, 2026Sep 18, 2026
2026Muzzleloader — Muzzleloader EarlyOct 4, 2026Oct 10, 2026
2026Muzzleloader — Sp-2079Sep 27, 2026Oct 3, 2026
2026Rifle — Rifle Eastern WashingtonOct 25, 2026Nov 2, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-2015Sep 22, 2026Sep 26, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-2803Oct 20, 2026Nov 2, 2026

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
5
Avg Score
395.6
Top Score
420.8
Recent (5yr)
1

AI Scout Analysis

# WA 251 – Mission: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 251 spans 333,331 acres with dramatic elevation relief (569–7,971 ft) and 66% public land, offering diverse hunting habitat from lower-elevation transitions to high alpine. Rugged terrain and significant public access make this unit huntable for self-reliant hunters willing to navigate variable conditions. ## Herd Quality & Population Herd survey data is not available for this unit. Recent harvest success has been low but stable:...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022Archery10976.0%
2022Rifle37892.0%
2022Muzzleloader19063.0%
2022Special Permit50