Black bear season dates by state, 2026-27
Black bear season is open now in 4 of the 7 states read so far. Each state's page lists dates by method and zone, from the agency's own page.
| State | Status | Today | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | Open | open now, closes Nov 16, 2026 | 28 |
| Pennsylvania | Open | open now, last season closes Nov 27, 2026 | 8 |
| New York | Open | open now, last season closes Dec 6, 2026 | 15 |
| Georgia | Open | open now, closes Jan 10, 2027 | 5 |
| Kentucky | Upcoming | opens Dec 12, 2026 (Firearm) | 8 |
| Wisconsin | Closed | closed, last season ended Oct 13, 2026 | 3 |
| Missouri | Closed | closed, last season ended Oct 30, 2026 | 1 |
States not listed have not been read yet; they are added in order of reader demand.