Nantucket NWR
Nantucket County, MA · 14 mi S
✕1 closed
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Monomoy 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 Monomoy NWR
Hunters can pursue waterfowl here, subject to state seasons and refuge-specific rules. Fishing is available — freshwater fishing, tidal / saltwater fishing, and shellfishing & crabbing.
Waterfowl (duck, goose and coot) hunting is permitted on approximately 3,080 acres as hunting access, habitats and conditions permit, and in accordance with specific Massachusetts regulations. A state hunting permit is required.
Categories are those listed by USFWS for this station; exact species, seasons and bag limits follow Massachusetts regulations plus refuge-specific rules.
Hunt units (2)
- Open3,224 ac 41%
- Closed4,725 ac 59%
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfowl Hunting Area Show on map · Directions |
✓Open | 3,224 | — | |
| No Hunting Area Show on map · Directions |
✕Closed | 4,725 | — |
Monomoy NWR by the numbers
With about 3,224 huntable acres, Monomoy NWR ranks #4 of 7 refuges and stations with mapped hunting land in Massachusetts and #296 of 420 nationwide. Roughly 41% of the acreage inside its mapped hunt units is open to hunting in some form.
The largest huntable unit is Waterfowl Hunting Area (3,224 acres).
1 unit totaling 4,725 acres is closed to hunting (No Hunting Area). Closed areas often serve as sanctuaries — learn their boundaries before you set up nearby.
Besides 7,948 acres of federally owned land, the station administers conservation easements on about 3.5 acres of private land. Easement land protects habitat but is not open to public hunting.
When to hunt Monomoy NWR
Typical U.S. season windows for the game categories offered here. Massachusetts 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.
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Permits & licenses
Refuge permit
Not listed
USFWS does not list a separate refuge permit for this station. Specific units or hunts (e.g. quota deer hunts) may still require one — check the hunt brochure.
You'll also need
- A valid Massachusetts hunting license and any required tags or stamps — MassWildlife
- 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 Monomoy NWR
- 🐟 Freshwater fishing
- 🌊 Tidal / saltwater fishing
- 🦀 Shellfishing & crabbing
A Massachusetts state saltwater fishing license is required. Fishing is permitted year-round in designated areas. Available species include striped bass, bluefish and flounder.
State fishing licenses and regulations apply. Some waters close seasonally to protect wildlife.
How to get to Monomoy NWR
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Destination: Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge (FWS reference point)
- Decimal
41.59494, -69.99743- DMS
41°35′41.8″N 69°59′50.7″W
Nearest towns
- Hyannis, MA15 mi E of town
- New Bedford, MA48 mi E of town
- Newport, RI68 mi E of town
- Providence, RI75 mi E of town
Closest airports
- BOS Boston Logan74 mi
- PVD Providence T.F. Green74 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 Monomoy NWR
Legal light*–
Sunrise–
Sunset–
*½ hour before sunrise — the standard federal shooting-hour start for migratory game birds. Times in New York local time.
Full season calculator →2026–2027 season sun table
| Date | Shooting light | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | 5:35 AM | 6:05 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 11m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 5:48 AM | 6:18 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 33m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:05 AM | 6:35 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 49m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:20 AM | 6:50 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 10m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 5:40 AM | 6:10 AM | 4:36 PM | 10h 26m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 5:58 AM | 6:28 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 53m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:16 AM | 6:46 AM | 4:11 PM | 9h 25m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:29 AM | 6:59 AM | 4:10 PM | 9h 11m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 6:36 AM | 7:06 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 13m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:34 AM | 7:04 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 28m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:22 AM | 6:52 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 01m |
Computed for 41.595, -69.997 (EDT / DST-aware). Check state rules — big game hours vary.
7-day hunting weather
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Guides for hunting Monomoy NWR
Public-Land Duck Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges: Tactics That Work
How to find ducks, beat the crowds and set up on refuge marshes and WPAs — scouting, timing, small decoy spreads for…
Federal Duck Stamp Explained: Who Needs One, Where to Buy It and Where the Money Goes
Everything waterfowl hunters need to know about the Federal Duck Stamp — who must carry it, signing rules, the…
Nontoxic Shot Guide for Refuge and WPA Hunters
Why lead shot is banned for waterfowl, which nontoxic loads are approved, how steel, bismuth and tungsten compare, and…
Fishing National Wildlife Refuges: Licenses, Seasons, Boats and Where to Go
What to know before fishing a National Wildlife Refuge or fish hatchery — state licenses, seasonal closures that…
How to Read a Refuge Hunt Brochure (and Not Miss the Rule That Matters)
What's inside a National Wildlife Refuge hunt brochure, where to find it, how it relates to 50 CFR Part 32 and state…
Hunting Safety on Public Land: Cold Water, Tree Stands, Crowds and Weather
The safety habits that matter most on refuges and WPAs — firearm rules, blaze orange, tree-stand harnesses, cold-water…
Monomoy NWR FAQ
Is hunting allowed at Monomoy NWR?
Yes. Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge offers hunting in 1 unit (3,224 acres) during 2026–2027 for waterfowl. Seasons follow state regulations plus refuge-specific rules in 50 CFR Part 32.
Do I need a permit to hunt Monomoy NWR?
FWS data does not list a separate refuge hunting permit for Monomoy NWR. You still need a valid state license, any required state tags or stamps, and (for waterfowl hunters 16+) a Federal Duck Stamp.
Can you fish at Monomoy NWR?
Yes. Fishing is permitted (freshwater fishing, tidal / saltwater fishing, and shellfishing & crabbing). State fishing licenses and regulations apply along with refuge rules.
Where is Monomoy NWR located?
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge is in Massachusetts, about 15 miles E of Hyannis, MA (straight-line). GPS: 41.59494, -69.99743.
What are legal shooting hours at Monomoy 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.