The Nellie Corser Unit is more than 50 acres of mature Douglas-fir forest with several unique waterfalls. A short trail leads to a waterfall on Duncan Creek.
The Nellie Corser Unit is located west of North Bonneville in Skamania County. The unit can be accessed from Duncan Creek Road off of State Route 14.
This unit is located in Lower Columbia-Sandy River watershed in the West Cascades.
This unit is part of the Mount Saint Helens Wildlife Area.
Game Management Unit: 568
Getting there
Maps and directions to WDFW-managed access points for this unit. Opens Google Maps in a new tab.
Recreation and public access
A Discover Pass is required on WDFW lands -- including water access areas, wildlife areas, and campgrounds -- unless you already have a Vehicle Access Pass issued with the purchase of an eligible hunting or fishing license. Recreate responsibly on public lands: please know the Public Conduct Rules.
Public facility information:
- No developed parking area
- No restroom
- Short trail to waterfall
Recreation and access advisories
- Off road vehicles are prohibited
- Camping and overnight parking are prohibited
- Fires and fireworks are prohibited
Hunting
This unit may provide hunting opportunities for black bear, black-tailed deer, cougar, elk, grouse, and small game.
Wildlife viewing
This unit includes mature Douglas-fir forest and has waterfalls, offering opportunities to view a variety of wildlife.
Search for potential birding opportunities on or near a wildlife area unit by using eBird Northwest, a citizen science database portal that provides freely-shared bird lists at 'hotspots' and interactive maps plus other birding information updated daily.
Conservation
This unit consists of mature Douglas-fir forest and cascading waterfalls along Duncan Creek.
Conservation goals
- Monitor and protect fisher denning areas, if and when they occur on the wildlife area.
Land stewardship
The Nellie Corser Unit was acquired for it's natural habitat values, including post-mature forest and unique waterfalls.
Acquisition history
The parcels making up this area were purchased between 1969 and 2003.
| Funder | Fund |
|---|---|
| Private Grantor | Private Donation |
| WA Dept of Fish and Wildlife | WDFW Game Fund (now Wildlife Fund) |
| WA Recreation and Conservation Office | State Bond Account |
Management planning
2019 Mount Saint Helens Wildlife Area Management Plan
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife completed the new management plan for the Mount St. Helens Wildlife Area, which is comprised of 18 units in Skamania, Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum counties, and totals 10,002 acres. The Mount St. Helens Wildlife Area is largely managed for elk in the North Fork Toutle River Valley, but the area units are diverse, and provide habitat for multitudes of species, over a broad range of habitats including old growth forest, forested floodplains, riparian areas, ancient lava flows, mineral springs, tidal mudflats, and wetlands. The new management addresses the status of wildlife species and their habitat, ongoing restoration efforts and public recreation opportunities at the wildlife area.
Planning Advisory Committee
Mount Saint Helens Wildlife Area Advisory Committee