Known for 30,358-acre Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area, this unit borders New Mexico and is only 12% public land. Elk, mule deer and black bears thrive. Because Bosque del Oso has a reputation for producing big elk.

Fine trophy elk hunting takes place here. Frequently the site of television hunting shows, some of the large private ranches produce large bulls every year with some of the big ranches managed under Ranching for Wildlife. The private ranches will be costly. Food should be stored in bear proof containers inside locked vehicles.