National Wildlife Refuge · Florida · FWS Region 4

Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge Hunting & Fishing Guide 2026–27

Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge lies in Martin County, Florida, with about 1,071 acres of land owned in fee by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. For the 2026–2027 season, all 1 mapped hunt unit are listed as closed to hunting.

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Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound 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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Hunting at Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR

  • Big Game
  • Waterfowl
  • Wild Turkey
  • Upland Birds
  • Migratory Birds
  • Small Game
  • Feral & Exotic
  • Fishing

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service does not list any hunting opportunities for this station. Fishing is available — tidal / saltwater fishing.

Hunt units (1)

Acreage by status
Closed: 1,071 (100%)0huntable acres
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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 Florida hunting license and any required tags or stamps — Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
  • Hunter education certification where your state requires it
  • The current refuge hunt brochure / regulations (often must be signed and carried)

Fishing at Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR

  • 🌊 Tidal / saltwater fishing

Refuge waters include Intracoastal Waterway and surf fishing at North Beach. Saltwater fishing is permitted on the beach and along the Intracoastal Waterway. Fishing season is year-round.

State fishing licenses and regulations apply. Some waters close seasonally to protect wildlife.

How to get to Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR

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Destination: Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge (FWS reference point)

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27.10468, -80.13707
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27°06′16.8″N 80°08′13.5″W

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Nearest towns

  • West Palm Beach, FL27 mi N of town
  • Vero Beach, FL40 mi SE of town
  • Melbourne, FL73 mi SE of town
  • Miami, FL93 mi N of town

Closest airports

  • PBI Palm Beach Intl29 mi
  • FLL Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood71 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 Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR

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*½ hour before sunrise — the standard federal shooting-hour start for migratory game birds. Times in New York local time.

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2026–2027 season sun table

DateShooting lightSunriseSunsetDaylight
Tue, Sep 1, 20266:29 AM6:59 AM7:42 PM12h 43m
Tue, Sep 15, 20266:35 AM7:05 AM7:26 PM12h 21m
Thu, Oct 1, 20266:42 AM7:12 AM7:07 PM11h 56m
Thu, Oct 15, 20266:49 AM7:19 AM6:52 PM11h 34m
Sun, Nov 1, 20266:00 AM6:30 AM5:38 PM11h 08m
Sun, Nov 15, 20266:10 AM6:40 AM5:30 PM10h 50m
Tue, Dec 1, 20266:22 AM6:52 AM5:26 PM10h 34m
Tue, Dec 15, 20266:32 AM7:02 AM5:29 PM10h 27m
Fri, Jan 1, 20276:39 AM7:09 AM5:37 PM10h 28m
Fri, Jan 15, 20276:41 AM7:11 AM5:47 PM10h 36m
Mon, Feb 1, 20276:36 AM7:06 AM6:00 PM10h 54m

Computed for 27.105, -80.137 (EDT / DST-aware). Check state rules — big game hours vary.

7-day hunting weather

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Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR FAQ

Is hunting allowed at Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR?

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service does not currently list hunting opportunities at Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge. All mapped units are closed to hunting.

Do I need a permit to hunt Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR?

FWS data does not list a separate refuge hunting permit for Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound 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 Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR?

Yes. Fishing is permitted (tidal / saltwater fishing). State fishing licenses and regulations apply along with refuge rules.

Where is Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR located?

Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge is in Martin County, Florida, about 27 miles N of West Palm Beach, FL (straight-line). GPS: 27.10468, -80.13707.

What are legal shooting hours at Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound 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 September 29, 2026.