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WA Mule Deer Unit 290 — Desert

Total Acres
184,174
Public Land
19%
Elevation
961–1,377 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — Sp-1081Nov 15, 2026Nov 30, 2026
2026Archery — Sp-1080Sep 1, 2026Sep 28, 2026
2026Muzzleloader — Sp-1092Oct 4, 2026Oct 12, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-1528Dec 6, 2026Dec 28, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-1036Oct 18, 2026Oct 26, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-1037Nov 1, 2026Nov 9, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-1432Dec 6, 2026Dec 21, 2026

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
4
Avg Score
199.8
Top Score
230
Recent (5yr)
0

AI Scout Analysis

# WA 290 – Desert: Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** Unit 290 spans low-elevation desert terrain (961–1,377 ft) with minimal public access—only 19.4% public land in a 184,000-acre unit. Most huntable ground is private, making access a primary challenge. Forum posts confirm this unit demands significant planning to secure permission or navigate sparse public areas. **Herd Quality & Population** Wildlife survey data is not available for this unit. Harvest records show a modest special-permit...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022Special Permit42
2022Archery
2022Rifle
2022Muzzleloader