Species guide
Guided black bear hunts: outfitters and guides by state
Black bear outfitters differ in method (and in where it is legal), so ask which method the outfit uses and whether it is allowed in the unit you will hunt.
- 23outfitters
- 5states
- 7hunt types
- 0Sponsored
- Licenses checked against state records wherever a state lookup lets us
- Contact the outfitter directly, with no middleman
- Free for hunters: we take no bookings, deposits or fees
Black bear outfitters at a glance
- This directory currently shows 23 published listings for black bear hunting across 5 states.
- By service level: 7 guided, 15 fully outfitted, and 1 semi-guided.
- Species offered most often: black bear, mule deer, predators, and brown and grizzly bear.
- Hunt types offered most often: archery, rifle, wingshooting, and muzzleloader.
- 2 of 23 real listings had a license checked with the issuing agency.
- 21 of 23 listings are in states that require a guide or outfitter license we could not check against state records: they are labelled "License not checked", show no license number, and you should confirm the license with the outfitter.
- Most recent listing check: October 24, 2026.
Where to find black bear outfitters, by service level
| State | Guided | Fully outfitted | Semi-guided | Drop camp | Listings | Sponsored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | – | 9 | – | – | 9 | – |
| California | 2 | 3 | – | – | 5 | – |
| Arizona | 2 | 2 | – | – | 4 | – |
| Arkansas | 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 3 | – |
| Colorado | 2 | – | – | – | 2 | – |
| Total (a listing counts in each row it matches) | 7 | 15 | 1 | – | 23 | – |
Hunt types offered for black bear
| Hunt type | Guided | Fully outfitted | Semi-guided | Drop camp | Listings | Sponsored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | 3 | 11 | 1 | – | 15 | – |
| Rifle | 2 | 11 | – | – | 13 | – |
| Wingshooting | 2 | 2 | – | – | 4 | – |
| Muzzleloader | – | 3 | – | – | 3 | – |
| Youth and novice | 2 | 1 | – | – | 3 | – |
| Hound hunt | 2 | – | – | – | 2 | – |
| Trophy | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 | – |
| Total (a listing counts in each row it matches) | 12 | 29 | 1 | – | 42 | – |
Questions to ask a black bear outfitter
- Which hunting method does the outfit use, and is it legal in the unit you will hunt?
- How is the hide, skull and meat handled and shipped?
- What are the conditions for a refund if no suitable bear is seen?
- Which license or permit covers the outfitter, and can I confirm it with the issuing agency?
All 23black bear outfitters
Filter the 23 outfitters below. Pick one option in each group; if nothing shows, no listing matches all of them.
| Outfitter | State | Service level | Species | Hunt types | License on file | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Coastal Hunting | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Brown and grizzly bear, Mountain goat, Mule… | Rifle, Archery | Not checked | |
| Alaska Remote Guide Service | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Moose, Brown and grizzly bear, Wild sheep | Rifle | Not checked | |
| Alaska Wilderness Enterprises | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Wild sheep, Moose, Brown and grizzly bear,… | Trophy | Not checked | |
| Backcountry Guided Hunts | CA | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Mule deer | Rifle, Archery | Not checked | |
| Baranof Backcountry Outfitters | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Mountain goat, Brown and grizzly bear, Mule deer | Rifle | Not checked | |
| Central Coast Outfitters | CA | Fully outfitted | Elk, Black bear, Wild hog, Upland birds, Turkey, Mule… | Rifle, Archery, Wingshooting | Not checked | |
| Chase'n The King | AZ | Fully outfitted | Elk, Whitetail deer, Black bear, Mule deer, Pronghorn,… | Rifle, Archery, Muzzleloader | Not checked | |
| Diamond Outfitters | AZ | Fully outfitted | Elk, Whitetail deer, Black bear, Turkey, Mule deer,… | Rifle, Archery, Muzzleloader, Youth and novice | Not checked | |
| Double Shovel Outfitters | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Caribou, Moose, Brown and grizzly bear,… | Archery | Not checked | |
| Grant's Guide Service | AZ | Guided | Whitetail deer, Elk, Turkey, Black bear, Pronghorn, Mule… | Archery, Youth and novice | Not checked | |
| Jonah's Alaskan Outfitters | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Wild sheep, Moose, Caribou, Brown and grizzly… | Rifle, Archery | Not checked | |
| Kyncy Guide Service | CA | Guided | Black bear, Turkey, Mule deer | Trophy | Not checked | |
| Lockwood Hunting Services | CA | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Wild hog, Turkey, Mule deer | Archery | Not checked | |
| Needle Rock Outfitters | CO | Guided | Black bear, Predators | Hound hunt | 2550 | |
| North Central Hunts | CA | Guided | Waterfowl, Black bear, Wild hog, Mule deer | Wingshooting | Not checked | |
| Old School Outfitters | AZ | Guided | Black bear, Whitetail deer, Elk, Turkey, Waterfowl, Mule… | Rifle, Archery, Youth and novice | Not checked | |
| Parker Guide Service (Alaska Boat Hunts) | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Brown and grizzly bear, Mountain goat, Mule deer | Rifle | Not checked | |
| Prairie Farm Homestead | AR | Semi-guided | Whitetail deer, Black bear | Archery | Not checked | |
| Revelation Mountain Outfitters | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Brown and grizzly bear, Wild sheep, Moose,… | Rifle, Archery | Not checked | |
| Sanctuary Ranch Hunting Resort | AR | Guided | Upland birds, Wild hog, Whitetail deer, Black bear | Wingshooting, Archery, Rifle | Not checked | |
| Sickels Guiding & Outfitting | CO | Guided | Black bear, Elk, Turkey, Predators, Mule deer | Hound hunt | 3435 | |
| Spring Creek Outfitters | AR | Fully outfitted | Whitetail deer, Turkey, Black bear, Upland birds | Rifle, Archery, Muzzleloader, Wingshooting | Not checked | |
| Tyrrell's Trails | AK | Fully outfitted | Black bear, Wild sheep, Moose, Caribou, Brown and grizzly… | Archery | Not checked |
Frequently asked questions
What should I ask a black bear outfitter before paying a deposit?
Which hunting method does the outfit use, and is it legal in the unit you will hunt? How is the hide, skull and meat handled and shipped? What are the conditions for a refund if no suitable bear is seen? Then confirm the outfitter's license number with the agency that issued it.
How many outfitters are listed for black bear hunting?
23 published listings. Counts change as listings are reviewed, added or removed. The most recent listing check was on October 24, 2026.
What kinds of service do these outfitters offer?
7 guided (a guide hunts with you), 15 fully outfitted (guide, camp, meals and logistics), and 1 semi-guided (limited guide time or shared guides). Definitions are on each listing, and the contract is what counts.
Does paying for placement change the order?
Upgraded placements are labelled "Sponsored" and may appear first. The upgrade does not change the license check. Listing is free. Outfitters can choose an upgraded listing, always labelled "Sponsored": free for life for the first 25 Founding outfitters, then a flat monthly or annual fee (see the listing tiers page). There is no per-lead fee, no per-booking fee and no revenue share, and payment never buys a license check or changes a listing's facts.