New York Bear Hunting Season 2025
Recorded bear windows for New York, including history and unverified dates.
Recorded dates, not hunting permission
0 of 1 recorded windows have date-review evidence. Other rows remain unverified. Historical records are retained and are not a current-season promise.
Check your current agency regulations, GMU or zone, hunt code, license and access restrictions before hunting. An agency link or successful publication fetch does not verify a row. Reviewed base dates do not cover every license-specific exception.
New York Bear Season Calendar
Find all bear hunting season dates for New York including archery, rifle, muzzleloader, and shotgun seasons for 2025.
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1 season for New York bear hunting
Sep 7 - Dec 20, 2025
Unverified date record; agency review required. Early and regular - zones vary
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Important Note for New York
New York has Northern and Southern Zone with different dates.
New York Bear Hunting FAQ
Common questions about bear hunting in New York
When is bear season in New York?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-09-07 to 2025-12-20. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
When is bear rifle/firearms season in New York?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-09-07 to 2025-12-20. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
Do I need a license to hunt bear in New York?
Yes, you need a valid New York hunting license and any required bear tags or permits. Check with the New York wildlife agency for current license requirements and fees.
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