Bear season in South Carolina runs Oct 17 – Oct 30 across 4 Game Zones.
| Game Zone | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General | Oct 17 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| 2 | General | Oct 17 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| 3 | General | Oct 17 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
| 4 | General | Oct 17 — Oct 30 | — | — | — |
Bear season in South Carolina currently runs Oct 17 to Oct 30, across 4 season rows and 4 Game Zones, split by weapon (Rifle).
The best Game Zones for bear in South Carolina depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per Game Zone above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.
View Game Zone boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.
Also see South Carolina seasons, public land, and license.