Hunt unit · Malheur National Wildlife Refuge
Buena Vista Hunt Unit Map & Access
The Buena Vista unit is one of 8 mapped hunt units on Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Harney County, OR. It covers approximately 36,244 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.
Buena Vista map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to Oregon 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 Malheur 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 Buena Vista unit
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Destination: center of the Buena Vista unit
- Decimal
43.14442, -118.89507- DMS
43°08′39.9″N 118°53′42.3″W
Nearest towns
- Burns, OR32 mi S of town
- Lakeview, OR99 mi NE of town
- Ontario, OR115 mi SW 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 Buena Vista
*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 | 5:48 AM | 6:18 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 14m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:03 AM | 6:33 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 34m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:21 AM | 6:51 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 48m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:37 AM | 7:07 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 07m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 5:59 AM | 6:29 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 20m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:17 AM | 6:47 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 46m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:37 AM | 7:07 AM | 4:22 PM | 9h 15m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:50 AM | 7:20 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 01m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 6:57 AM | 7:27 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 03m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:54 AM | 7:24 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 19m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:41 AM | 7:11 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 54m |
Computed for 43.144, -118.895 (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 Malheur NWR
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boundary | ✓Open | 2,588 | — |
| S. Malheur Lake | ✓Open | 6,397 | — |
| N. Malheur Lake | !Special regs | 22,579 | — |
| Double O | ✕Closed | 19,172 | — |
| Harney/Mud Lakes | ✕Closed | 45,639 | — |
| P Ranch | ✕Closed | 25,405 | — |
| Safety Zones | ✕Closed | 30,046 | — |