A History of Native Elk in Mount Rainier National Park
Paul Schullery

APPENDIX I: ELK-RELATED COMMENTS IN THE SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORTS, 1924-1938

O.A. Tomlinson, Superintendent

1924
Bear, deer, elk and goat are seen much more frequently now in the park than in former years. Deer and elk are often seen around Paradise Valley and Goat in the little visited sections of the park.

1926
(population estimate as part of listing of "approximate numbers of the larger species" of wildlife in the park)

Elk 20

1927
20-30 Elk

1933
Some Elk have been noted ranging into the park near Cowlitz Divide.

Elk 50 to 75

1934
Elk 60 to 75

The Yellowstone elk released outside the park boundary two years ago have been seen in the park by the fire lookouts this year. This transfer of non-native elk into the park is the chief wildlife problem at present and it is planned to eliminate these animals if possible.

1935
A herd of 25 Yellowstone Elk was seen in the west side of the park by a fire lookout last July. These animals planted outside the park are frequently seen within the park.

1936
Elk 20 to 30

1937
An interesting report was that of Elk tracks seen in the vicinity of Indian Bar. This animal is not common in the park.

1938
(in discussing a wolf seen near Three Lakes Cabin)

Also noted in this area were several elk.