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Jim Olson
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1514 Concunully Highway
Okanogan, WA 98840

(509) 826-4430

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Phone: 360-902-2515
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Scotch Creek Wildlife Area
Pogue Mountain Unit

The Pogue Mountain unit’s 1,196 acres are located four miles northwest of Omak and west of the Conconully Highway. Elevations vary from 1,600 feet to 2,800 feet at the top of Pogue Mountain. The mountainous property is predominately shrub steppe and scattered conifers, with tall stands of mature big sagebrush along the lower elevations. The area was used primarily for cattle grazing and timber harvest as part of the Metcalf ranch operation prior to WDFW purchase in 1991. The unit is managed as mule deer winter range, however there are historical accounts of sharp-tailed grouse use on the lower elevations. Public access is difficult as both roads leading to the property cross private land.

Viewing Opportunities

Birds

Birds of Prey

Eagles

Songbirds

Upland Birds

Mammals

Bear

Deer

Small Mammals

Other

Butterflies

Reptiles/Amphibians

Wildflowers

How to Get Here

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Map and Driving Directions

Access Site #1

Driving Directions
From Okanogan, Washington, take the salmon creek road approximately 8 miles. Take a right on the Green lake road and continue about another 4 miles to Green Lake. The parking and campground are on the left. The Pogue Mountain unit is steep and rugged from this direction, but this is the only access from public lands.

Parking/Restroom Information
Parking, camping, restrooms, fishing and a boat launch is available at the Green Lake access site. Hiking to the more remote areas of Pogue Mountain is to the east from this campground. However only those in good physical shape should plan a trip from this direction as the hike is steep and rocky.

Other Information
None

Access Site #2

Driving Directions
It is possible to access the Pogue Mountain unit from the Conconully Highway along Pogue flats, just 3 miles northwest of Omak. However from this direction you will need permission from private landowners as the unit is bordered on the north, east, and south by private lands.

Parking/Restroom Information
None

Other Information
None

Unique Features

Green Lake offers camping and fishing adjacent to the 1,196 acre wildlife unit.

Other Information

Hunting
Opportunities for hunting game animals include mule deer, white-tailed deer, quail, ruffed grouse, blue grouse, black bear, cougar, and bobcat. Hunting seasons vary depending on species and weapon choice, consult Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife hunting regulations for seasons and dates.

Fishing
There are no fish bearing waterways on Pogue Mountain. Fishing opportunities with in driving distance-offering fishing include, Blue Lake (Limebelt), Green Lake and Little Green Lake.

Name	Boat Launch	Toilet	Camp	Special Information
Blue Lake - Limebelt	X		X	Car top launch only
Green Lake	X	X	X
Little Green Lake	X	X

Additional fishing opportunities can be found on the Sinlahekin Wildlife Area to the north and both upper and lower Conconully reservoirs. Consult Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Fishing Regulations for further information on seasons and the Sinlahekin Wildlife Area Homepage.

Camping
The Pogue Mountain unit offers pack-in style camping. Firewood can be gathered from downed dead wood only and must remain on the wildlife area. Campfire restrictions are governed by the Washington Department of Natural Resources and Okanogan County. Consult WDNR website for up to date fire restrictions. Length of stay is limited to 14 days. Additional developed camping opportunities can be found at Blue Lake (Limebelt), Green Lake and Little Green Lake Access Areas, Conconully State Park, and the Sinlahekin Wildlife Area.

Other Recreation
Hiking, biking and horseback riding. Non-motorized recreational activities are allowed, however currently there are no developed trail systems on the Pogue Mountain unit. Numerous logging roads traverse this unit and can be used as trail systems, however currently there are no parking areas or off-loading facilities available. Permission from private landowners on the north, east and south boundaries of this unit must be obtained to avoid trespass complaints.

Wildlife Observations and Photography
Wildlife viewing and photography encompasses a vast number of wildlife species. During the winter, deer can be viewed roaming the hills with eagles and hawks soaring high above in the sky. In the spring numerous songbirds can be heard and seen.

The Discover Pass - Your ticket to Washington's great outdoors

A Discover Pass or WDFW Vehicle Access Pass is required on all WDFW lands.
Learn more at
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OTHER INFORMATION

•	Scotch Creek Wildlife Area Management Plan
•	Wildlife Area Habitat Conservation Plans
•	Weekender Report
•	Wildlife Viewing Guides
•	Accessing Washington's Outdoors

MAPPING

•	Pogue Mountain Unit - Detailed Land Ownership & Resource Map
•	GoHunt - Interactive Mapping

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Bird watching
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.