This unit makes up the bulk of the Black Hills areas in the western side of South Dakota. This unit is almost entirely public land with some private land mostly located in the lower elevations. If you are looking for a chance to have a more classic western hunt for deer with lots of public land, easy access, and a solid deer population this is it. Not known to produce giant bucks, but with a great mix of both mule deer and whitetails there are always a handful of above average bucks taken in this unit each year.

There is less about this unit than expected, considering how much public land there is. That being said, with a healthy mix of both Whitetail and Mule Deer this unit offers a great opportunity to hunt either species. You may see elk, Bighorn Sheep, and even Mountain goats at any time as well could be seen while you are here.