Market Report · 2026
Bear
Hunting Market
223 verified outfitters offer guided bear hunts on Search Huntr, spread across 25 states.
Operators
223
States
25
Avg All-In
$NaN
fully guided
Typical Length
5d
Top States for Bear
| State | Operators | Nonresident Tag | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 41 | $350 | $NaN |
| Alaska | 40 | $1,000 | $NaN |
| Idaho | 29 | $231 | $NaN |
| Maine | 20 | $138 | $NaN |
| Nevada | 13 | — | $NaN |
| Arizona | 9 | $165 | $NaN |
| New Mexico | 9 | $260 | $NaN |
| Montana | 7 | $350 | $NaN |
| Washington | 6 | $121 | $NaN |
| New Hampshire | 6 | $194 | $NaN |
| North Carolina | 6 | $225 | $NaN |
| Colorado | 5 | $100 | $NaN |
Pricing by Hunt Style
| Style | Budget | Average | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fully Guided (1:1) | $2,800 | $4,200 | $6,500 |
| Semi-Guided (2:1) | $1,800 | $2,500 | $3,800 |
| Drop Camp | $1,200 | $1,700 | $2,400 |
Base hunt prices — excludes tags, travel, and tipping. Use the cost estimator for all-in totals with those costs layered on.
Tag Cost Range
Nonresident bear tags vary widely by state. The cheapest option is Arkansas at $50, while the most expensive is Alaska at $1,000. That's a 1900% premium for the top-tier state.
Top 6 Bear Operators
Bearpaw Outfitters
Wallace, ID
48 years of guided and unguided hunts for elk, deer, bear, and more across four states.
Ivory & Antler Outfitters
Walden, CO
Colorado elk hunting outfitters offering fully guided hunts on private ranches.
Dead North Adventures
Jim Pond Township, ME
Premier Northern Maine hunting outfitter specializing in guided bear, moose, and multi-species hunts.
Diamond Outfitters
Mesa, AZ
Veteran-owned, full-time guide service across the West.
Washington Hunting Outfitters
Washougal, WA
Custom guided hunting trips for elk, deer, and black bear in Western Washington
Hughley Guide Service
Isle, MN
Family-owned black bear hunting outfitter in central Minnesota since 1984.
Methodology
All data is aggregated from our directory of verified hunting outfitters. Hunt prices come from our national pricing model (see the cost estimator for details). Tag costs are from state Fish & Game departments, 2026. See full methodology.