WA Mule Deer Unit 513 — South Rainier

WA 513 – South Rainier: Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access South Rainier spans nearly 154,000 acres of mixed elevation terrain, climbing from under 900 ft to above 6,200 ft. The unit's exceptional public-land percentage (94%) ensures extensive access across most of the unit, though 20% wilderness designation means portions require more backcountry travel to reach. Nonresidents can hunt wilderness areas in Washington without a guide requirement, but expect steeper terrain and longer hikes at higher elevations. Lower valleys offer more open access corridors, while mid- to high-elevation zones demand solid conditioning and route-finding skill. Hunt Character This..