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Idaho Fish and Game

Southeast Region
Black Bear

Units 71, 72, 74, 75, 77 and 78: Extend take season to June 30

Extend the spring take season from June 15 to June 30 to allow for more opportunity, especially in years with above average snowpack.


Black Bear Seasons for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 (Females with young are protected)

Units

Take Season

Dogs Prohibited

Dog Training

Notes

Proposed Changes

71, 72, 74, 75, 77, 78 

Aug 30 - Oct 31
April 15 - June 15 30
Aug 30 - Oct 31
April 15 - June 15 30
June 16 July 1 - July 31

Bait Prohibited

Extend take season to June 30. 
Extend dogs prohibited season to June 30

 

Species
Black Bear
GMU
GMU: 71
GMU: 72
GMU: 74
GMU: 75
GMU: 77
GMU: 78
Tag Category
General Hunt