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Mark Grabski
Manager
P.O. Box 758
Morton, WA 98356
(360) 496-6223
 
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Cowlitz Wildlife Area
Mossyrock Unit
The 1,320-acre Mossyrock unit is located northeast of Mossyrock. It is managed for black-tailed deer, waterfowl, and riparian forest habitats. The unit has several large fields, several ponds and several riparian forest corridors. The fields are hayed by contractors and maintained as forage fields.
Viewing Opportunities

Birds

  • Birds of Prey
  • Eagles
  • Shorebirds
  • Songbirds
  • Wading Birds
  • Waterfowl

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    Mammals

  • Bear
  • Deer
  • Elk
  • Small Mammals

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    How to Get Here
    Access Site #1
    Driving Directions
    From I-5: Head east on Highway 12 (20.2 mi), Turn right into Mossyrock / Williams St. (0.4 mi), Turn left onto E St. which becomes Mossyrock Rd E (2.7 mi), continue onto Ajlune Rd (0.3 mi), Turn left onto Young Rd (0.7 mi)
    Parking/Restroom Information
    Parking limited No restrooms
    Other Information
    No restrictions
    Unique Features
    Activities at this unit include: Hiking via a loop trail, birdwatching, view of the Mossyrock Dam.
     
       OTHER INFORMATION
    • Cowlitz Wildlife Area Management Plan & Updates
    • Wildlife Area Habitat Conservation Plans
    • Weekender Report
    • Wildlife Area Viewing Guide
    • Accessing Washington's Outdoors
    Find a Water Access Site
       MAPPING
    • Mossyrock Unit - Detailed Land Ownership & Resource Map
    • GoHunt - Interactive Mapping
    Vehicle Use Permit
    Vehicle Use Permit
    Permit required for use of all WDFW lands.
       OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
    • Bird watching
    • Dog walking
    • Hiking
    • Horseback riding
    • Hunting
    • Mountain biking
    • Wildlife viewing
     

    If you are Hunting or Fishing, remember to check all current regulations.

    Activities may include restrictions or require permits. Please see Public Conduct Rules for more information.

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