Hunt unit · Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge
South Neosho Hunt Unit Map & Access
The South Neosho unit is one of 4 mapped hunt units on Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge in Coffey County, KS. It covers approximately 7,587 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.
South Neosho map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to Kansas 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 Flint Hills 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 Neosho unit
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Destination: center of the South Neosho unit
- Decimal
38.28433, -95.89192- DMS
38°17′03.6″N 95°53′30.9″W
Nearest towns
- Emporia, KS18 mi SE of town
- Topeka, KS54 mi S of town
- Wichita, KS89 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 Neosho
*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 | 6:22 AM | 6:52 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 03m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:34 AM | 7:04 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 30m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:47 AM | 7:17 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 50m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 7:01 AM | 7:31 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 16m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 6:18 AM | 6:48 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 37m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:34 AM | 7:04 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 08m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:51 AM | 7:21 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 43m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 7:02 AM | 7:32 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 31m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:10 AM | 7:40 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 33m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 7:09 AM | 7:39 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 46m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:59 AM | 7:29 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 15m |
Computed for 38.284, -95.892 (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 Flint Hills NWR
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| North 19th | !Special regs | 4,035 | — |
| South 19th | ✕Closed | 6,118 | — |
| Trail Areas | ✕Closed | 813 | — |