Hunt unit · Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge
C Hunt Unit Map & Access
The C unit is one of 7 mapped hunt units on Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge in Becker County, MN. It covers approximately 5,614 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.
C 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 C unit
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Destination: center of the C unit
- Decimal
47.04146, -95.60538- DMS
47°02′29.3″N 95°36′19.4″W
Nearest towns
- Detroit Lakes, MN19 mi NE of town
- Bemidji, MN45 mi SW of town
- Moorhead, MN56 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 C
*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 25m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:28 AM | 6:58 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 39m |
| 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 04m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:55 AM | 7:25 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 25m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 7:17 AM | 7:47 AM | 4:36 PM | 8h 49m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 7:31 AM | 8:01 AM | 4:33 PM | 8h 32m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:38 AM | 8:08 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 34m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 7:34 AM | 8:04 AM | 4:57 PM | 8h 54m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 7:18 AM | 7:48 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 34m |
Computed for 47.041, -95.605 (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.