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Mount Saint Helens
Wildlife Area Location

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Brian Calkins
Manager
2108 Grand Boulevard
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 906-6725

 
For more information on
Wildlife Areas, please contact
the WDFW Wildlife Program.

Phone: 360-902-2515
E-mail: wildthing@dfw.wa.gov

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Mount Saint Helens Wildlife Area
Nelson Unit
The 20-acre Nelson unit lies within the Columbia River floodplain and is managed for waterfowl production. It is located south of Kelso.
Viewing Opportunities

Birds

  • Songbirds
  • Waterfowl
  • How to Get Here
    Access Site #1
    Driving Directions
    Very small site at downstream tip of the Port of Kalama area. Accessible only by boat.
    Other Information
    Site is accessible only by boat.
     
    Mount Saint Helens 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
    Nelson Unit - Detailed Land Ownership & Resource Map
    GoHunt - Interactive Mapping
    Vehicle Use Permit
    Vehicle Use Permit
    Permit required for use of all WDFW lands.
    • Hunting
     

    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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