In my experience, very little beaver on the Queets; to wet and cold, esp. in winter.

Much more beaver say, on Kalama on a hot day in july. Heard Yakima also has lots.

If you're really looking for beaver though, I'd say look closer to high population areas!Or better yet just go to the source.
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