The Sawatch Range and a few peaks reaching 14,000 feet can be found West of Salida. The San Isabel and Gunnison National Forest provide thousands of acres of public lands. A small herd of mountain goats provide an opportunity for six resident bowhunters.

The 14,000 foot altitude can make this a difficult hunt and hunters can expect to climb over 2,000 feet or more each day to reach mountain goats.