Hunt unit · Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge
191 East Hunt Zone Hunt Unit Map & Access
The 191 East Hunt Zone is one of 5 mapped hunt units on Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge in Washington County, ME. It covers approximately 15,920 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. A refuge permit is required.
191 East Hunt Zone map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to Maine 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.
Refuge permit required. Type: Other OMB-Approved Permit. Obtain via: Mail, Visitor Center.
Migratory bird, upland game and big game.
Game at Moosehorn 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 191 East Hunt Zone
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Destination: center of the 191 East Hunt Zone
- Decimal
45.09280, -67.30331- DMS
45°05′34.1″N 67°18′11.9″W
Nearest towns
- Calais, ME6.1 mi S of town
- Ellsworth, ME67 mi NE of town
- Bangor, ME75 mi E 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 191 East Hunt Zone
*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 | 5:19 AM | 5:49 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 19m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 5:36 AM | 6:06 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 36m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 5:55 AM | 6:25 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 46m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:13 AM | 6:43 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 03m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 5:36 AM | 6:06 AM | 4:19 PM | 10h 12m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 5:56 AM | 6:26 AM | 4:01 PM | 9h 35m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:17 AM | 6:47 AM | 3:49 PM | 9h 03m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 3:47 PM | 8h 47m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 7:07 AM | 3:56 PM | 8h 49m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:34 AM | 7:04 AM | 4:11 PM | 9h 07m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:20 AM | 6:50 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 44m |
Computed for 45.093, -67.303 (EDT / DST-aware). Check state rules — big game hours vary.
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Forecast from the National Weather Service. Wind direction matters — plan your approach downwind of where game beds.
Other units at Moosehorn NWR
| Unit | Status | Acres | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 191 West Hunt Zone | !Special regs | 3,292 | Required |
| Edmunds Hunt Zone | !Special regs | 5,330 | Required |
| Edmunds Hunt Zone plus Waterfowl | !Special regs | 3,086 | Required |
| Safety Zone | ✕Closed | 2,053 | Required |