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WashingtonMule Deer

WA Mule Deer Unit 506 — Willapa Hills

Total Acres
244,441
Public Land
11%
Elevation
0–3,000 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — Archery LateNov 26, 2026Dec 15, 2026
2026Archery — Archery EarlySep 1, 2026Sep 21, 2026
2026Muzzleloader — Muzzleloader EarlySep 27, 2026Oct 5, 2026
2026Rifle — Sp-1054Nov 1, 2026Nov 12, 2026
2026Rifle — Rifle LateNov 13, 2026Nov 16, 2026
2026RifleOct 11, 2026Oct 31, 2026

AI Scout Analysis

# WA 506 – Willapa Hills: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Low-elevation coastal range (0–3,000 ft) dominated by blacktail deer habitat. Only 11% public land severely limits DIY hunter access—most terrain is private timber company holdings. Forum consensus confirms westside Washington requires either paid land access or significant hiking from public entry points. Expect dense timber and challenging navigation. ## Herd Quality No wildlife survey data provided for this unit. Harvest data...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022Archery16464.0%
2022Rifle81117822.0%
2022Muzzleloader1800.0%
2022Special Permit3