Hunt unit · Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge
H Hunt Unit Map & Access
The H unit is one of 8 mapped hunt units on Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge in Bertie County, NC. It covers approximately 521 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.
H map
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 H unit
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Destination: center of the H unit
- Decimal
35.93009, -76.72536- DMS
35°55′48.3″N 76°43′31.3″W
Nearest towns
- Plymouth, NC4.4 mi N of town
- Elizabeth City, NC36 mi SW of town
- Greenville, NC42 mi NE 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 H
*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 | 6:08 AM | 6:38 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 59m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:18 AM | 6:48 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 28m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 52m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:42 AM | 7:12 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 20m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 5:58 AM | 6:28 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 44m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:12 AM | 6:42 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 18m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:28 AM | 6:58 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 55m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 6:39 AM | 7:09 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 44m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 7:16 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 46m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 7:16 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 58m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 7:07 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 24m |
Computed for 35.930, -76.725 (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.