Black Bear

Spring	Mid-April through late May
	2009 dates available. Book now!
Fall	Mid-September through late November
	Not offered.

Montana black bear hunts take place in both spring and fall. Licenses must be purchased prior to opening day. A license purchased after the spring deadline is valid only in the fall season.

Black bear We book most of our bear hunts in the first 10 days of May. These post-hibernation dates offer the highest success rate as hungry bears scavenge for soft green plants on the south-facing mountain slopes. Our area of the state offers a nice variety of colored bear—plenty of reds and chocolates, with an occasional blonde.

Grizzly bears cannot be legally hunted in Montana. A hunter must pass a black bear identification test to obtain a license.

Hunting Locations & Modes

We hunt black bear on both public and private land, seeking high vantage points via horseback or 4-wheel drive or on foot. We do a lot of glassing and spotting for bear, surrounded by spectacular scenery. Be sure to bring your camera.

Average Game Size

Spring bears average about 200 pounds.

Black Bear Hunts

Black Bear Spring Hunt

This is a relaxed hunt in a beautiful spring setting. The hillsides and high mountain meadows are teeming with new growth, and wildflowers abound. Plan on seeing lots of wildlife—including deer and elk—in addition to bear on this fully guided hunt.

Black Bear Fall Hunt

While there is a black bear hunting season in the fall, we do not offer outfitting services associated with this hunt.