WA Mule Deer Unit 506 — Willapa Hills

WA 506 – Willapa Hills. Terrain & Access WA 506 spans 244,000 acres across the Willapa Hills in southwestern Washington at elevations from sea level to 3,000 feet. Public land comprises just 11% of the unit—a significant constraint for self-guided hunters. The majority is privately held timber company land, much of which requires paid access or involves hiking from gate boundaries. The low elevation and mixed forest-and-grassland character support healthy deer populations, but accessing productive ground without permission or outlay is challenging. Hunt Character This unit suits hunters comfortable with limited public-land availability and willing to either..