WA Elk Unit 568 — Washougal

WA 568 – Washougal. Terrain & Access WA 568 spans 269,654 acres across a dramatic elevation range from 12 to 4,332 feet, covering diverse terrain from low-country river valleys to high-elevation alpine. Approximately 62% of the unit is public land, providing reasonable access for unguided hunters willing to navigate rugged topography and varied vegetation zones. The wide elevation band means terrain character shifts significantly across the unit—lower drainages differ substantially from ridgetop country. Hunt Character This is a topographically challenging unit suited to hunters comfortable with steep terrain and multi-elevation hunting strategies. The mixed public-private layout requires..