North Carolina Bear Season 2026-27
Opens in 6 daysNorth Carolina's bear season opens 2026-10-03 and closes 2027-01-01.
Last verified September 25, 2026North Carolina wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 6 days
Mountain Bear Zone
Segment 1
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- November 21, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 76 days
Mountain Bear Zone
Segment 2
- Opens
- December 12, 2026
- Closes
- January 1, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
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
North Carolina's bear season opens 2026-10-03 and closes 2027-01-01.
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.