Open country with many private, BLM and state parcels in a checkerboard pattern. Private land limits access, especially in the north.

Hunters can find big antelope, but elk and mule deer are scarce due to little habitat. Elk seasons are meant to reduce already low numbers. The antelope season occurs during the rut, but gaining access to prime antelope habitat can be difficult.

Generally flat land with low ridgelines and draws.

Desert grasslands comprise about half of the unit, while pinyon/juniper forests and open sagebrush cover the other half.

Remote camping is available along public dirt roads. Lodging is available in St. Johns, Holbrook, Snowflake, Show Low, Concho and Sanders.

Checkerboard mix of state trust land, BLM ground, tribal property, National Park land and private property with much restricted access. Petrified National Park is closed to hunting. For a recent boundary change, refer to: Arizona Game and Fish