Highlands unit is found in portions of the following counties: Beaverhead, Madison, Jefferson and Silver Bow. Interstate 15 creates the western boundary between Butte and Dillon. Deerlodge National Forest and BLM lands including 11,000 acre roadless Humbug Spires Wilderness Study Area offers thousands of acres of public access. Moose range from 5,900 feet near Rochester Creek north to Interstate 90. Residents may apply for a limited bull antlered license.

BLM managed Humbug Spires Wilderness Study Area “offers superb granite climbing, stunning vistas of Big Sky Country and a truly alpine feel to all endeavors. While being relatively remote, this is a moderately popular climbing and backpacking area, with a growing reputation for having a unique quality unto its own." Expect medium to high multiple use throughout the fall. Bulls range from low 120” to 140” Boone and Crockett scores. A mature bull scoring above 140” B&C is very difficult to find.