Western Maryland is home to a thriving population of black bears offering hunters a unique chance to hunt Maryland's largest game animal throughout Garrett and Allegany counties. The black bear is challenging to hunt - a master of their environment. They roam vast areas - often traveling several miles a day moving through their environment with an incomparable caution, paying attention to every detail of their surroundings. For a hunter to take a wild black bear is a true achievement. It is possible, though, for you to rise to the challenge and be one of Maryland’s successful bear hunters, even if you are new to bear hunting.
2020 Black Bear Lottery Results (Word File)
Important Notes for the 2020 Bear Hunting Season
Explanation of the Preference Point System
An Overview of the Black Bear Hunting Seasons: 2004-2019
History of Bears/Bear Management in Maryland
Public Land Hunting Opportunities
General Hunting Regulations
Bear Hunting Regulations
Bear Hunting Area
Bear Check-in Procedures
Responsible Hunting
Planning Your Bear Hunt
Bear Hunting Techniques
Care of Your Bear
Contact Numbers