Except for bands of land along the edges, this unit is composed of the Barry M. Goldwater Air Force Range in the southwestern corner of Arizona near Yuma. Desert bighorn sheep hunting is excellent in three subunits, while desert mule deer hunting is difficult.

There are low numbers of mule deer, yet some of the best dove hunting in the state. Be prepared for a challenging sheep hunt that has the possibility of being very rewarding.

Mostly flat and rocky with small, rugged mountain ranges. Most of the unit is occupied by Barry M. Goldwater Air Force Range and includes Mohawk, Copper, Gila and Tinajas Altas mountains.

Several species of cactus and desert scrub cover much of the desolate unit, which is barren in places. Riparian plants grow along the Colorado River. Creosote, palo verde, ironwood and saguaro cactus grow in drainages and on low mountains.

Most of the unit is open to public hunting. The Air Force allows hunting on much of the Goldwater Range but requires hunters to apply for a permit. Other land is managed by the U.S. Marine Corps, the BLM and the state.

Most hunters camp along dirt roads on BLM and state property. Lodging is in Yuma, Wellton/Tacna, Dateland, Gila Bend and Ajo.