Wolves Set State Record Growth Rate: 'Someday There Will Be More' in Western Washington, Biologist Says

Gray wolf population in WA surges to highest recorded level

A gray wolf. (Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife)Washington’s gray wolf population is at its highest count since the state began monitoring in 2008.  State and tribal officials counted a minimum of 270 wolves and 49 packs, including 23 breeding pairs at the end 2025, according to a new report from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. The numbers are estimates from last winter’s surveying and include lone wolves.  It marks a 17.4…

Washington gray wolf population jumps 17% in 2025, reversing ...

Wolves set record state growth rate: 'Someday there will be more' in western Washington, biologist says

During the summer and early fall of 2025, a single uncollared wolf was documented consistently using an area near Mount Adams.

Wolves set state record growth rate: 'Someday there will be more' in western Washington, biologist says

During the summer and early fall of 2025, a single uncollared wolf was documented consistently using an area near Mount Adams.

WA wolf numbers jump after slight decline

The animals have yet to reoccupy the South Cascades and Northwest Coast Recovery Region, but there were signs the animals are attempting to establish a foothold there.

Gray wolf population in WA reaches highest recorded level

State and tribal officials counted a minimum of 270 wolves and 49 packs, including 23 breeding pairs at the end 2025, according to a new report from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Continue reading…