Planning a black or brown bear hunt in New York? Below are 5 businesses and programs that advertise black or brown bear hunting in the state: 5 guided outfitters. Each listing shows where its information came from and links to the operator. Prices and openings change every season, so contact the operator before you plan around a date.

Black or brown bear hunting outfitters and preserves in New York

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D.C. Outdoor Adventures

Selden, NY
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Land for sale in New York with black or brown bear

203 acres in Delaware County, NY: hunting land for sale near Middletown, NY
$750,000
Middletown, NY · $3,695/acre
Black or brown bearWhitetail deerTurkey

“202.99 surveyed acres in the Town of Middletown, sharing a boundary with roughly 1,000 posted acres that are rarely hunted.”

61.7 acres in Hamilton County, NY: hunting land for sale near Hoffmeister, NY
$200,000
Hoffmeister, NY · $3,241/acre
Whitetail deerBlack or brown bearTurkeyMoose

“With a proven history of producing mature bucks and bears, this property offers an exceptional experience.”

25.1 acres in Dutchess County, NY: hunting land for sale near Pleasant Valley, NY
$227,000
Pleasant Valley, NY · $9,062/acre
Whitetail deerTurkeyBlack or brown bear

“Whitetail deer trails, turkey sign, and bear activity were all observed, confirming what the habitat naturally suggests.”

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Black or brown bear hunting in New York: common questions

Where can I go black or brown bear hunting in New York?

Where2Hunt lists 5 paid black or brown bear hunting options in New York (5 guided outfitters), near towns including Hornell, Margaretville, Selden, Stillwater, Elka Park. Public land and walk-in programs are run by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

When is black or brown bear season in New York?

Season dates, units and bag limits are set every year by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Check the official regulations before you book; an outfitter's dates do not replace the state's.

Do I need a license to hunt black or brown bear on a preserve or with an outfitter in New York?

Yes, in most cases you need a New York hunting license and any required tags or stamps, even on private land or a preserve. Some preserves sell short-term licenses; ask the operator and check the state agency.