WA Elk Unit 251 — Mission

WA 251 – Mission: Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Mission spans 333,331 acres across dramatic elevation—from low-country sagebrush and ponderosa pine at 569 feet to high alpine terrain above 7,900 feet. Two-thirds of the unit sits on public land, offering solid access for self-reliant hunters willing to navigate varied topography. Lower elevations favor road-accessible pockets; higher country demands foot travel through mixed forest and open ridges. Terrain difficulty ranges from moderate valley work to strenuous high-country navigation. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping Mission (primarily Chelan County) hold a notable record-book history with five all-time entries documented. Most..