Hunt unit · Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge
U Unit Hunt Unit Map & Access
The U Unit is one of 3 mapped hunt units on Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Modoc County, CA. It covers approximately 5,878 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.
U Unit map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to California 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.
Game at Clear 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 U Unit
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Destination: center of the U Unit
- Decimal
41.85317, -121.11779- DMS
41°51′11.4″N 121°07′04.0″W
Nearest towns
- Tulelake, CA20 mi E of town
- Alturas, CA39 mi NW of town
- Klamath Falls, OR42 mi SE 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 U Unit
*½ hour before sunrise — the standard federal shooting-hour start for migratory game birds. Times in Los Angeles local time.
Full season calculator →2026–2027 season sun table
| Date | Shooting light | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | 5:59 AM | 6:29 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 11m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:13 AM | 6:43 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 33m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:29 AM | 6:59 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 48m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:45 AM | 7:15 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 10m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 6:05 AM | 6:35 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 25m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:23 AM | 6:53 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 52m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:42 AM | 7:12 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 23m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:54 AM | 7:24 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 10m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:01 AM | 7:31 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 11m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:59 AM | 7:29 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 27m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:47 AM | 7:17 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 60m |
Computed for 41.853, -121.118 (PDT / 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 Clear Lake NWR
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfowl Hunt Unit | ✓Open | 4,092 | — |
| Closed | ✕Closed | 14,438 | — |