This unit has limited access as it is only accessible by boat.
The Fisher Island Unit is primarily maintained as forested floodplain. The unit is accessible ONLY by boat. Columbian white-tailed deer reside on this small island in the Columbia River.
The Fisher Island Unit is located in the Columbia River in Cowlitz County. The unit can be accessed from the Port of Longview Willow Grove Boat Launch. Fisher Island is just upstream from the ramp.
The Fisher Island is located in Lower Columbia-Clatskanie River watershed within the Pacific Northwest Coast.
This unit is part of the Mount Saint Helens Wildlife Area.
Game Management Unit: 504
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
Recreation and access advisories
- Vegetation on the island is very dense and difficult to travel through.
- Camping is prohibited
- Fires and fireworks are prohibited
Hunting
This unit may provide hunting opportunities for black-tailed deer, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunting advisories
- Columbian white-tailed deer are present in the area and are illegal to hunt.
Fishing
The island is accessible ONLY by boat; access via the Port of Longview Willow Grove Boat Launch. This unit may provide fishing opportunities for salmon, and warmwater fish species.
Wildlife viewing
This unit is primarily forested floodplain, offering opportunities to view a variety of birds.
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.
Wildlife viewing advisories
- Columbian white-tailed deer (federal/state-listed endangered species) are protected. Please do not disturb this species.
Conservation
This unit has natural floodplain habitat.
Special habitats and species
Columbian white-tailed deer reside on this small island in the Columbia River.
Conservation goals
- Maintain and restore riparian and instream habitat for steelhead and chinook and coho salmon
- Develop strategy for riparian/wetland restoration projects to benefit fish and wildlife species
- Protect and restore Columbia white-tailed deer habitat
Columbian white-tailed deer reside on this small island in the Columbia River.
- Maintain and restore riparian and instream habitat for steelhead and chinook and coho salmon
- Develop strategy for riparian/wetland restoration projects to benefit fish and wildlife species
- Protect and restore Columbia white-tailed deer habitat
Land stewardship
The Fisher Island Unit was acquired to protect natural forest floodplain and maintain habitat for Columbian white-tailed deer.
Acquisition history
The parcels making up this area were purchased between 1996 and 1997.
| Funder | Fund |
|---|---|
| WA Recreation and Conservation Office | Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program |
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