Hunt unit · Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
South Hunt Unit Map & Access
The South unit is one of 5 mapped hunt units on Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Randall County, TX. It covers approximately 2,950 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.
South map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to Texas 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: Special Use Permit. Obtain via: Visitor Center.
Youth Deer Hunting.
Game at Buffalo 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 South unit
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Destination: center of the South unit
- Decimal
34.86918, -102.13365- DMS
34°52′09.0″N 102°08′01.1″W
Nearest towns
- Amarillo, TX30 mi SW of town
- Muleshoe, TX55 mi NE of town
- Clovis, NM69 mi NE 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 South
*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 | 6:50 AM | 7:20 AM | 8:17 PM | 12h 56m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 7:00 AM | 7:30 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 27m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 7:11 AM | 7:41 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 52m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 7:23 AM | 7:53 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 22m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 6:38 AM | 7:08 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 47m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:52 AM | 7:22 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 22m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 7:07 AM | 7:37 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 00m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 7:18 AM | 7:48 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 50m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:25 AM | 7:55 AM | 5:47 PM | 9h 51m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 7:25 AM | 7:55 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 03m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 7:17 AM | 7:47 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 28m |
Computed for 34.869, -102.134 (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.