Hunt unit · Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife Refuge
C Hunt Unit Map & Access
The C unit is one of 4 mapped hunt units on Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife Refuge in Bayfield County, WI. It covers approximately 19 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 Wisconsin 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.
Getting to the C unit
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Destination: center of the C unit
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46.59327, -90.95233- DMS
46°35′35.8″N 90°57′08.4″W
Nearest towns
- Ashland, WI3.4 mi W of town
- Superior, WI55 mi E of town
- Duluth, 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 | 5:52 AM | 6:22 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 23m |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 6:10 AM | 6:40 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 38m |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 45m |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | 6:49 AM | 7:19 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 60m |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 | 6:14 AM | 6:44 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 06m |
| Sun, Nov 15, 2026 | 6:35 AM | 7:05 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 27m |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | 6:56 AM | 7:26 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 52m |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | 7:10 AM | 7:40 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 36m |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | 7:17 AM | 7:47 AM | 4:25 PM | 8h 38m |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | 7:13 AM | 7:43 AM | 4:40 PM | 8h 57m |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | 6:58 AM | 7:28 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 37m |
Computed for 46.593, -90.952 (CDT / DST-aware). Check state rules — big game hours vary.
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Forecast from the National Weather Service. Wind direction matters — plan your approach downwind of where game beds.