Hunt unit · Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge
B Hunt Unit Map & Access
The B unit is one of 7 mapped hunt units on Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge in Becker County, MN. It covers approximately 2,392 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.
B map
Rules & permits for this unit
Status: Open – special regulations apply
Hunting is allowed, but refuge-specific rules apply in addition to Minnesota 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 Tamarac 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 B unit
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Destination: center of the B unit
- Decimal
46.94044, -95.63874- DMS
46°56′25.6″N 95°38′19.5″W
Nearest towns
- Detroit Lakes, MN13 mi NE of town
- Fergus Falls, MN50 mi NE of town
- Bemidji, MN51 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 B
*½ hour before sunrise — the standard federal shooting-hour start for migratory game birds. Times in Chicago local time.
Full season calculator →2026–2027 season sun table
| Date | Shooting light | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | 6:10 AM | 6:40 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 24m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:28 AM | 6:58 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 38m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:49 AM | 7:19 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 45m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 7:08 AM | 7:38 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 59m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 6:33 AM | 7:03 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 05m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:54 AM | 7:24 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 25m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 7:16 AM | 7:46 AM | 4:36 PM | 8h 50m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 7:31 AM | 8:01 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 33m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:37 AM | 8:07 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 35m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 7:33 AM | 8:03 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 54m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 7:18 AM | 7:48 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 35m |
Computed for 46.940, -95.639 (CDT / 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.