Hunt unit · Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Unit Open Hunt Unit Map & Access
The Unit Open unit is one of 3 mapped hunt units on Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Ouachita Parish, LA. It covers approximately 3,055 acres and is listed as “open – special regulations apply” for 2026–2027. That means hunting is permitted, but refuge-specific rules — such as limited species, dates, weapon types, access methods or quota permits — apply on top of state regulations. A refuge permit is required.
Unit Open map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to Louisiana regulations. Typical special regulations include limited species or seasons, quota/lottery permits, weapon restrictions (e.g. archery or shotgun only), shooting-hour limits, blind or stand rules and restricted access.
Refuge permit required. Type: Signed Brochure or Similar. Obtain via: Online FWS, Visitor Center.
All approved hunting and fishing opportunities within state on the refuge.
Game at Black Bayou Lake NWR
Species listed for the refuge as a whole — a special-regulation unit may be limited to certain species. Confirm in the hunt brochure.
Getting to the Unit Open unit
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Destination: center of the Unit Open unit
- Decimal
32.61027, -92.02582- DMS
32°36′37.0″N 92°01′33.0″W
Nearest towns
- Monroe, LA8.8 mi NE of town
- El Dorado, AR56 mi SE of town
- Vicksburg, MS69 mi W of town
Straight-line distances. Driving routes are longer; many refuge roads are gravel and may close seasonally.
The navigation point is a point inside the unit polygon, not necessarily a parking area or legal access point. Use satellite view to find roads, gates and designated parking, and respect closed areas and private inholdings.
Shooting hours at this unit
Today at Unit Open
*½ hour before sunrise — the standard federal shooting-hour start for migratory game birds. Times in Chicago local time.
Full season calculator →2026–2027 season sun table
| Date | Shooting light | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | 6:12 AM | 6:42 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 52m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:20 AM | 6:50 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 25m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:31 AM | 7:01 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 53m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:40 AM | 7:10 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 26m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 5:54 AM | 6:24 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 54m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:07 AM | 6:37 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 31m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:21 AM | 6:51 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 11m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:32 AM | 7:02 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 01m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 6:39 AM | 7:09 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 02m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:40 AM | 7:10 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 13m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:33 AM | 7:03 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 36m |
Computed for 32.610, -92.026 (CDT / DST-aware). Check state rules — big game hours vary.
Weather forecast
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Forecast from the National Weather Service. Wind direction matters — plan your approach downwind of where game beds.
Other units at Black Bayou Lake NWR
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery Only | !Special regs | 749 | Required |
| Unit Closed | ✕Closed | 1,462 | Required |