2026-2027 Season

Black Bear Season
British Columbia

Black bear hunting is popular across Canada, with both spring and fall seasons available in many provinces. Baiting and spot-and-stalk are common hunting methods.

288 Upcoming WMUs
178 Closed WMUs
466 Total WMUs

Upcoming Seasons (288)

WMU 1-1

Sep 10 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-1Bow only

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-2

Sep 10 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-2Bow only

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-3

Sep 10 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-3Bow only

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-4

Sep 10 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-4Bow only

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-5

Sep 10 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1-5Bow only

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming

+ 278 more upcoming WMUs

Closed Seasons (178)

WMU 3-12Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-13Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-14Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-15Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-16Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-17Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-18Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-19Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-20Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 3-21Trapping

Oct 1 2024 - May 31 2025

Possession: 2
Closed

+ 168 more closed WMUs

Mobile app

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WMU boundaries, season dates, and regulations for Black Bear in British Columbia — offline in the HuntScout app.

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Black Bear Hunting Tips

1.

Spring bears are often found in south-facing slopes

2.

Fall bears focus on berry patches and oak ridges

3.

Check provincial regulations regarding baiting

4.

Always be prepared for quick follow-up shots

Related British Columbia Hunting Seasons

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Black Bear Season in Other Provinces

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Disclaimer: Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify with British Columbia's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting. This tool is for informational purposes only.

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