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The Asotin Wildlife Area is about 13,815 acres in size and is located in Asotin County approximately 16 miles west of the town of Asotin. Elevations on the Wildlife Area range from 1,800 feet to 4,600 feet. The habitat is known as dry coniferous forest. The dominant tree species on the dry slopes is pine, with fir in the wetter valleys and on north slopes. The major grass is bluebunch wheatgrass.
The area is used primarily by elk during the winter. The area is also a major elk calving range and supports white-tailed and mule deer, bear, cougar, and a wide host of mammals and birds. Upland game birds include blue and ruffed grouse, wild turkey, quail, and Hungarian and chukar partridge. Two releases of bighorn sheep have been made with success. There are approximately 16 miles of streams, many of which support anadromous fish.
Access Sites
Blankenship
- Asotin County
From Highway 129 in Asotin, go southwest on Asotin Creek Road 11.6 miles to
Access Area Parking Lot on the left.
