At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Scout and keep a detailed log in your GPS
- Stay with it after the opener, there is a decent population of bull elk in this unit




Hunters discussing Unit 607, Sol Duc, in Washington highlight its dense vegetation and challenging terrain, making spotting game difficult but rewarding with patience and persistence. Successful hunting often requires pre-season scouting to understand movement patterns, as deer and elk in the area appear to be heavily influenced by seasonal weather changes. Common advice includes focusing on clear cuts and logging roads, which offer better visibility and game activity. Overall, the unit is considered tough but rewarding for hunters who are prepared to put in the work and adapt to the rugged conditions.
The is the only GMU in the western portion of District 16 that does not have boarding saltwater, and is the unit with the most public land. If you hunt the park boundary, carry a GPS so you know where you are at all times. Highway 101 circles the northern and western borders with Olympic National Park making up the eastern and southern borders.
There are not a lot of clearcuts on National Forest land making this a hard hunt.