This unit is largely public land encompassed by Wenatchee National Forest, Colockum Wildlife Area, and state ground. The area is covered in conifer forests, with thicker stands on the northern slopes. Multiple large wildfires have burnt the center of this region and subsequent timber thinning along Flag Mountain, Billy Goat and Lion Gulch have left a heavy footprint on this GMU. The southern portion is open rangeland and runs up to the start of irrigated farmland surrounding the town of Ellensburg which is all private except for some isolated sections of state land. The famous Colockum head occupies a significant portion of public land north of Ellensburg. Table Mountain is accessible for both elk and mule deer hunters.

Gain permission to hunt mule deer on alfalfa fields.

The northern portion of this unit has rolling mountains with several age classes of conifer forests recovering from several past wildfires. Southern slopes give way to open, native grasslands. When there are early heavy snows, the elk and deer will move down to these open southern slopes. Naneum Creek is the major drainage for the eastern portion and has good road access. Williams Creek on the western edge has small, scattered tracts of private land, mainly used for personal homes. The southern end is all agriculture related, ranging from stock grazing areas to a variety of farm crops.

There is a lot of public lands offering excellent access. Watch for Green dot roads to open up access as they can.

Conifer forests cover the northern portion of the unit in multiple stages of regrowth from past wildfires. South faces are thinly timbered with dense patches of buckbrush, specifically in the lower areas, giving way to arid sagebrush and bunchgrass rangelands. Agricultural land has a mix of timber, hay, barley, potatoes and grains.

Primitive camping in the National Forest is allowed for the majority of the year, but various fire bans and forest road closures may be in effect, so double check any restrictions or permits necessary prior to your trip. If you would like to stay somewhere with lodging, gas stations, restaurants, and a grocery store, your best option will be the small town of Ellensburg at the southern point of unit.