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GMU 51 - North Cascades National Park, Washington

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Unit info

Game species
Deer, Elk
Group
Region 4
Area
N/A
Public land
N/A

Season & harvest data is published for no species so far. Deer, Elk also occur here — that data can be added as the community contributes.

About this unit

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GMU 51 covers the North Cascades National Park complex in northwestern Washington. Hunting is prohibited within national park boundaries; no WDFW deer seasons apply here.

Terrain & elevation

Remote wilderness of the North Cascades — jagged peaks, glaciers, alpine lakes, and old-growth forest. Elevation ranges from valley bottoms near 1,000 ft to peaks exceeding 9,000 ft.

Hunting pressure

N/A — no hunting in national parks.

Tags & permits

No hunting seasons. National Park Service prohibits hunting within park boundaries.

Species & seasons

Black-tailed and mule deer, mountain goat, black bear, and wolf all occur but cannot be hunted within the park.

Highlights

One of the most rugged and remote landscapes in the lower 48. For hunting, see GMUs 204, 209, 215, and 218 in the adjacent Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.

Species guides

Questions, tips & discussion

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Boundaries: WDFW official Game Management Units. Community info last updated 23d ago.