The Bannock Elk Zone is located in the southeast corner of the state and along the Utah border. Less public land is found here than some of the other zones which will undoubtedly lead to access issues and overcrowding at times. Bulls can grow to great sizes here but the highest density of mature bulls will generally be found among low lying agricultural areas.
Most of the units within the Bannock zone have very similar terrain compositions. Low lying prairie and agricultural lands make up the bulk of the unit's acreage while steep mountain ranges form islands towards the center of the units. Within the small mountain ranges, hunters will encounter densely timbered slopes, particularly on north-facing aspects, along with big open sage faces. The island mountain ranges can largely be characterized as long-running ridgelines, typically running north-south, with many small finger ridges extending into the valley floors. Among the finger ridges, many folds on the terrain are apparent and can make for excellent hiding places for game.
Most of the units within this zone have lower amounts of public land than some of the surrounding units, generally under 50%. This lack of access opportunity can concentrate pressure in key areas but hunters who study maps and work can escape pressure. OHV trails can be found littered throughout the region, some legal and some not, and hunters will need to contend with these as well. Interstate 15 will provide the main access option for anyone entering the area as it bisects the zone.