Georgia Bear Season 2026-27
Open nowGeorgia's bear season opens 2026-09-12 and closes 2027-01-10.
Last verified September 25, 2026Georgia wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Northern Zone
Archery
- Opens
- September 12, 2026
- Closes
- October 9, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Open now
Southern Zone
Firearms
- Opens
- September 17, 2026
- Closes
- October 10, 2026
- Bag limit
- Thu-Sat only: Sept 17-19, 24-26, Oct 1-3, 8-10
- Opens in 20 days
Northern Zone
Firearms
- Opens
- October 17, 2026
- Closes
- January 10, 2027
- Bag limit
- Primitive/youth Oct 10-16
- Opens in 83 days
Central Zone
Firearms
- Opens
- December 19, 2026
- Closes
- December 19, 2026
- Bag limit
- One day
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
Georgia's bear season opens 2026-09-12 and closes 2027-01-10.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.