Virginia Bear Hunting Season 2025, 2026
Recorded bear windows for Virginia, 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.
Virginia Bear Season Calendar
Find all bear hunting season dates for Virginia including archery, rifle, muzzleloader, and shotgun seasons for 2025, 2026.
All Bear Seasons
1 season for Virginia bear hunting
Oct 4, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
Unverified date record; agency review required. Varies by zone
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Hunting Method Legend
Important Note for Virginia
Virginia has earn-a-buck in some counties to manage deer population.
Virginia Bear Hunting FAQ
Common questions about bear hunting in Virginia
When is bear season in Virginia?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-04 to 2026-01-04. 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 Virginia?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-04 to 2026-01-04. 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 Virginia?
Yes, you need a valid Virginia hunting license and any required bear tags or permits. Check with the Virginia wildlife agency for current license requirements and fees.
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