Washington Unit 4-7 Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
Washington Unit 4-7
Updated Jun 27, 2025
At a Glance
31Square Miles
100%Public Land
755 - 10,338Elevation Range
Quick Tips
GPS or a compass will be a necessity for any off trail travel
Very rugged and steep terrain should only be traversed by those experienced in similar areas; the use of trekking poles is advised
This is a very popular destination for recreational hikers, although this traffic will slow down later in the season, expect some company, especially on the weekends
If you plan to spike camp off of the Rainbow Ridge Trail, most of the camping locations are dry -unless you are near snow, plan accordingly
This unit is located in the Northern Cascade Mountains approximately 9 miles from the Canadian border on the northernmost tip. Mount Baker is the dominant terrain feature in this area with a summit of over 10,000 feet. Avalanche Gorge is considered the premier unit out of the three subunits that surround Mount Baker, and often holds the majority of the goats that live in this area. There is only one established trailhead in this unit that gets you close to where the goats live, and reports suggest that it is not very well maintained.
You will likely have lots of company, especially during the early weeks of the hunt and on the weekends, as this is a very popular recreation and hiking area. Once you get into the higher elevations, you will get past a majority of the crowds.
