Planning a black or brown bear hunt in North Carolina? Below are 5 businesses and programs that advertise black or brown bear hunting in the state: 3 guided outfitters, 2 hunting lodges. 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 North Carolina

Hunting lodge

Adventures Plus Outfitters

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Whitetail deerTurkeyBlack or brown bearDucks and geese
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Land for sale in North Carolina with black or brown bear

483 acres in Bladen County, NC: hunting land for sale near Garland, NC
$595,000
Garland, NC · $1,232/acre
Black or brown bearWhitetail deer

“There are 7 box stands with shooting lanes all accessible by ATV or UTV.”

298 acres in Onslow County, NC: hunting land for sale near Richlands, NC
$999,000
Richlands, NC · $3,352/acre
Whitetail deerBlack or brown bearTurkey

“With road frontage and potential homesites along the front of the property, there is also an opportunity to create a private estate, hunting…”

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North Carolina seasons and licenses

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Black or brown bear hunting in North Carolina: common questions

Where can I go black or brown bear hunting in North Carolina?

Where2Hunt lists 5 paid black or brown bear hunting options in North Carolina (3 guided outfitters, 2 hunting lodges), near towns including Aulander, Boone. Public land and walk-in programs are run by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

When is black or brown bear season in North Carolina?

Season dates, units and bag limits are set every year by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. 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 North Carolina?

Yes, in most cases you need a North Carolina 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.