Hunting

Hunters can enjoy small game, big game and waterfowl hunting at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. Consult the refuge hunting brochure for regulations and a map.

Hours

September 1 - February 28: The refuge is open 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset. Licensed hunters may access the refuge two hours before legal shooting time until two hours after legal shooting time. You must call and/or leave a message with the Federal Wildlife Officer to remain after closing hours to retrieve or track wounded game.

Know Before You Go

• In addition to the state regulations, reference the refuge-specific regulations on the Rules and Policies page or in the Hunting Brochure and Map.
• All hunting is prohibited from March 1 - August 31 during the wildlife sanctuary period. This includes early goose hunting prior to September 1 and crow hunting after February 28.
• The refuge is NOT OPEN for general trapping or hunting of spruce grouse, prairie chicken, Hungarian partridge, red squirrel, coyote, fox, bobcat, bear, raccoon, opossum, badger and spring general turkey hunting. 
• Limited spring turkey hunt for youth and hunters with disabilities may be available by special permit request. Contact Refuge Headquarters for details. 

*Area C is closed to ALL hunting, except during the state firearms deer season in November.