The Hoxit Unit is maintained for winter waterfowl habitat. Wetland restoration and waterfowl enhancement projects are ongoing at this unit.
The Hoxit Unit is located 1.5 miles south of Porter in Grays Harbor County. The unit can be accessed from Highway 12.
The Hoxit Unit is located in Pacific Northwest Coast in the Upper Chehalis River watershed.
This unit is part of the Chehalis Wildlife Area.
Game Management Unit: 660
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:
- Unimproved parking area
- No restroom
Recreation and access advisories
- Overnight parking and camping are prohibited
Hunting
This unit is popular for waterfowl hunting.
Hunting advisories
- It is unlawful to possess shot (either in shotshells or as loose shot for muzzleloading) other than nontoxic shot when hunting for waterfowl, coot, or snipe (WAC 220-414-040).
Fishing
This unit provides foot access to the Chehalis River.
Wildlife viewing
This unit includes wetlands, offering opportunities to view a variety of wildlife, including waterfowl, especially in winter.
This unit offers good birding opportunities.
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.
Other recreational opportunities
This unit offers foot access to the Chehalis River.
Conservation
Conservation goals
- Maintain and enhance freshwater wetlands
- Maintain habitat for upland birds
- Manage for waterfowl and species diversity
Land stewardship
Acquisition history
The parcels making up this area were purchased between 1990 and 1993.
| Funder | Fund |
|---|---|
| Private Grantor | Private Donation |
| U.S. Congress programs | US Farmers Home Administration Program |
Management planning
2006 Olympic-Willapa Hills Wildlife Area Management Plan
Every eight to 10 years, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) revises management plans for each of its 33 wildlife areas to document current conditions, address new agency initiatives, and identify new management priorities and actions. In between those major revisions, WDFW updates plans every two years to outline short-term objectives and accomplishments. In 2014, WDFW began the process of updating existing plans, many of which were written in 2006. The new plans are being developed with significant public participation and input.