Washington Unit 162 - Dayton Unit Profile - 3 Hunters are talking about this Unit // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
Washington Unit 162 - Dayton
Updated Jul 1, 2026
At a Glance
213Square Miles
26%Public Land
1,600 - 5,600Elevation Range
Quick Tips
GPS or a compass will be a necessity at all times in this unit, especially while hunting along private land boundaries
Scout the unit during the summer to know what crops are planted and which farmlands will hold the best game
This large unit is a mix of public and private land, with hunting opportunities available on both types of land. Griffin Peak and Chase Mountain, both in the National Forest, top out at over 5,600-ft. The unit drops to around 1,600-ft on the north side along Hwy 12 and the city of Dayton. In 2005 and 2006 large fires consumed much of this unit. This GMU has the highest density of general season hunters with good access throughout.
Elk can be difficult to find in this unit. There are reports of black bears in the foothills and forested areas of this unit.
