Tishomingo NWR
Marshall County, OK · 31 mi N
✓1 open!5 special✕2 closed
🦌🦆🦃🐦🕊️🐇🐗🎣
9.5K huntable acres
Hagerman NWR hunt unit map
Hunt units are colored by 2026–2027 status. Toggle layers for FWS-owned land, the approved refuge boundary and private easements. Use satellite imagery to scout marshes, timber edges and access points.
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OpenSpecial regulationsClosedFWS-owned landWPA (public)Refuge boundaryEasement (private)
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Hunting at Hagerman NWR
- Big Game
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Waterfowl - Wild Turkey
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Upland Birds - Migratory Birds
- Small Game
- Feral & Exotic
- Fishing
Permitted hunting categories are big game, wild turkey, migratory birds, small game, and feral & exotic, subject to state seasons and refuge-specific rules. Fishing is available — freshwater fishing. A refuge permit is required for at least some activities, in addition to your state license.
Big GameWhite-tailed and mule deer, elk, pronghorn, moose, bear and other large mammalsWild TurkeySpring and fall wild turkeyMigratory BirdsMourning dove, woodcock, snipe, rails, gallinules and sandhill craneSmall GameSquirrel, rabbit, hare, raccoon, opossum and other small mammalsFeral & ExoticFeral hogs and other non-native species where refuge rules allow
Categories are those listed by USFWS for this station; exact species, seasons and bag limits follow Texas regulations plus refuge-specific rules.
Hunt units (11)
- Special regulations9,449 ac 78%
- Closed2,672 ac 22%
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mineral North Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 2,046 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Big Mineral South Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 838 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Godwin Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 966 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Goode Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 1,082 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Meyers Branch Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 728 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Nocona Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 822 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| NW Harris Creek Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 1,141 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Sandy Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 1,204 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| SE Harris Creek Show on map · Directions |
!Special regs | 621 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| Lake Texoma Show on map · Directions |
✕Closed | 1,887 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
| No Hunting Show on map · Directions |
✕Closed | 785 | Required Signed Brochure or Similar |
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing… |
Hagerman NWR by the numbers
With about 9,449 huntable acres, Hagerman NWR ranks #9 of 16 refuges and stations with mapped hunting land in Texas and #203 of 420 nationwide. Roughly 78% of the acreage inside its mapped hunt units is open to hunting in some form.
The largest huntable unit is Big Mineral North (2,046 acres, special regulations), while the smallest, SE Harris Creek, covers 621 acres. Every huntable unit requires a refuge permit.
2 units totaling 2,672 acres are closed to hunting (Lake Texoma and No Hunting). Closed areas often serve as sanctuaries — learn their boundaries before you set up nearby.
When to hunt Hagerman NWR
Typical U.S. season windows for the game categories offered here. Texas sets the exact dates, and refuges often open fewer days than the statewide season — use this to plan scouting, then confirm the 2026–2027 dates in the state regulations and the refuge hunt brochure.
AugSepOctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJun
🦌 Big Game
🦃 Wild Turkey
🕊️ Migratory Birds
🐇 Small Game
🐗 Feral & Exotic
Permits & licenses
Refuge permit
Required
A license is issued by TPWD for deer, feral hog, and turkey hunting following a random drawing. A signed self-issuing tearsheet is required for small game and migratory game bird hunting.
Type: Signed Brochure or Similar
How to get it:
- 🪧 Kiosk at the refuge
- 💻 Online (FWS)
- 📋 Other (see refuge)
- 🏛️ Refuge visitor center / office
You'll also need
- A valid Texas hunting license and any required tags or stamps — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
- Federal Duck Stamp (waterfowl hunters 16+) and HIP certification for migratory birds
- Non-toxic shot for waterfowl (federal requirement)
- Hunter education certification where your state requires it
- The current refuge hunt brochure / regulations (often must be signed and carried)
Fishing at Hagerman NWR
- 🐟 Freshwater fishing
Refuge waters include 466 acres of various ponds, 2,195 acres of open water on the Big Mineral Arm of Lake Texoma and several miles of creeks, including Big Mineral, Harris and Sandy.
State fishing licenses and regulations apply. Some waters close seasonally to protect wildlife.
How to get to Hagerman NWR
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Destination: Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge (FWS reference point)
- Decimal
33.73827, -96.77735- DMS
33°44′17.8″N 96°46′38.5″W
Nearest towns
- Sherman, TX12 mi NW of town
- Durant, OK29 mi SW of town
- Ardmore, OK36 mi SE of town
- Dallas, TX66 mi N of town
Closest airports
- DFW Dallas/Fort Worth60 mi
- OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers123 mi
Straight-line distances. Driving routes are longer; many refuge roads are gravel and may close seasonally.
The navigation point is the station reference location published by USFWS — often the headquarters or main entrance. For a specific hunt unit, open its page or click it on the map for coordinates and parking planning.
Sunrise, sunset & shooting hours
Today at Hagerman NWR
Legal light*–
Sunrise–
Sunset–
*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 | 6:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 54m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:39 AM | 7:09 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 26m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:50 AM | 7:20 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 53m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 7:00 AM | 7:30 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 24m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 6:15 AM | 6:45 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 51m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:28 AM | 6:58 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 27m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:43 AM | 7:13 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 06m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:54 AM | 7:24 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 56m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:01 AM | 7:31 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 57m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 7:01 AM | 7:31 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 08m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:54 AM | 7:24 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 32m |
Computed for 33.738, -96.777 (CDT / DST-aware). Check state rules — big game hours vary.
7-day hunting weather
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Guides for hunting Hagerman NWR
Deer Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges: Quota Hunts, Archery Units and Stand Rules
How refuge deer hunts work — lotteries and quota permits, archery-only and muzzleloader units, tree-stand rules…
Turkey Hunting on Wildlife Refuges: Lotteries, Pressured Birds and Safety
How spring and fall turkey hunts work on National Wildlife Refuges, how to scout and call public-land gobblers, and…
Dove Hunting on Wildlife Refuges: Managed Fields, Openers and Rules
How dove hunting works on National Wildlife Refuges — managed fields and draw days, HIP and plugged-gun rules…
HIP Certification Explained: The Harvest Information Program for Migratory Bird Hunters
What HIP is, who needs it, how to get certified in each state you hunt, and why your answers help set duck, goose and…
Your First Public-Land Hunt: A Step-by-Step Checklist for New Hunters
Hunter education, licenses, choosing a first species, gear, practice, scouting with maps and what to expect on your…
Feral Hog Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges
Why many refuges allow — and encourage — feral hog hunting, how refuge rules handle hogs, safe shot placement, disease…
Hagerman NWR FAQ
Is hunting allowed at Hagerman NWR?
Yes. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge offers hunting in 9 units (9,449 acres) during 2026–2027 for big game, wild turkey, migratory birds, small game, and feral & exotic. Seasons follow state regulations plus refuge-specific rules in 50 CFR Part 32.
Do I need a permit to hunt Hagerman NWR?
Yes — Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge requires a refuge permit for some or all hunting. Permit type: Signed Brochure or Similar. Permits can be obtained kiosk, online through fws, other, or visitor center. You also need the appropriate state hunting license and, for waterfowl, a Federal Duck Stamp.
Can you fish at Hagerman NWR?
Yes. Fishing is permitted (freshwater fishing). State fishing licenses and regulations apply along with refuge rules.
Where is Hagerman NWR located?
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge is in Grayson County, Texas, about 12 miles NW of Sherman, TX (straight-line). GPS: 33.73827, -96.77735.
What are legal shooting hours at Hagerman NWR?
Migratory game bird shooting hours are generally one-half hour before sunrise to sunset; big game and other seasons follow state rules. See the sunrise/sunset table on this page and confirm in the refuge hunt brochure.
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Data: USFWS National Hunt Units 2026–2027, Hunting & Fishing Opportunities, Realty Boundaries & Tracts. Page updated October 28, 2026.