Washington Hunting

Overview

Known For

Washington is known for having three species of deer to hunt: mule deer, blacktail deer, and whitetail deer. Hunters can also hunt Rocky Mountain and Roosevelt elk, moose, mountain goats, Bighorn sheep, waterfowl, upland birds, and many other species.

Terrain

Washington’s terrain is about one-third rainy and lush in the west and much drier in the eastern two-thirds of the state, as the latter lies in the rain shadow of the Cascade Range. In the western part of the state, there are forested hills, rainforests, and coastal beaches. The semi-arid basin in the east is filled with intensive agriculture.

Washington Hunting Seasons

The most accurate draw odds, harvest data, and application trends for hunters.

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• View draw odds for 11 western states.
• Explore comprehensive information on elk, deer, antelope, moose, sheep, mountain goat, and bison.
• Research using advanced filtering based on residency, species, weapon, and preference points.
• View success rates, harvest data, and applicant numbers to monitor trends.

Washington Licenses, Permits, and Regulations

Washington hunting licenses, permits, and regulations for resident and non-resident hunters can be purchased on the official website of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Click below to view the website.

Hunting Layers

WA Private Lands

Over 2,500,000 parcels mapped by the onX team, this layer helps you know who the property owners are in Washington. Tap any parcel to learn more info about the owner and acreage.

WA Gov Lands

onX has the most accurate public lands maps with over 21,000,000 acres in Washington to help you plan your next adventure. Tap any public land parcel to learn more.

SUBLAYERS (6)

WA Hunt Units

Washington Bighorn Sheep, Deer, Elk, Moose and Mountain Goat Hunt Areas; Game Management Units. Please hunt responsibly, obey all signage and have a safe legal hunt.

Includes 6 Sublayers

• Bighorn Sheep Hunt Units
• Deer Hunt Units
• Elk Hunt Units
• Game Mgmt Units
• Moose Hunt Units
• Mtn. Goat Hunt Units

WA Possible Access

onX has mapped 4,000,000 acres of possible access lands in Washington including timber and land conservation groups. Research rules on these private lands before recreating.

WA Private Lands Hunting Opportunities

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Private Lands Hunting Opportunities. Please hunt responsibly, obey all signage and have a safe legal hunt.

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