Hunt unit · Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge
E Hunt Unit Map & Access
The E unit is one of 8 mapped hunt units on Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge in Bertie County, NC. It covers approximately 3,787 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.
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Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to North Carolina 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 Roanoke River 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 E unit
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Destination: center of the E unit
- Decimal
35.87460, -77.00950- DMS
35°52′28.6″N 77°00′34.2″W
Nearest towns
- Plymouth, NC15 mi W of town
- Greenville, NC27 mi NE of town
- Elizabeth City, NC51 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 E
*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 | 6:09 AM | 6:39 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 58m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:19 AM | 6:49 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 28m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:31 AM | 7:01 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 52m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:43 AM | 7:13 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 20m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 5:59 AM | 6:29 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 44m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:13 AM | 6:43 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 18m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:29 AM | 6:59 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 55m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:40 AM | 7:10 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 45m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 6:47 AM | 7:17 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 46m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:47 AM | 7:17 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 58m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:38 AM | 7:08 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 24m |
Computed for 35.875, -77.010 (EDT / 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.