On his first day as game warden in Saddlestring, Wyoming, Joe Pickett finds himself in an unexpected situation with a local poacher.

Joe enjoys newfound praise after dispatching the presumed murderer, but he isn't convinced the investigation is over. Someone is attempting to clean up all the loose ends.

Joe and Marybeth are spooked after the incident at Clyde's trailer and must decide whether or not they want to continue looking for the truth. Sheridan gets an expected visitor.

Joe begins to wonder if there's anyone in town who isn't connected to the deeply rooted corruption, and Marybeth works around the clock to try and free Nate.

In the final showdown, the Picketts face their toughest battle yet. When the dust settles, those who live will have to learn to move on and cope with the sacrifices they have made.