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Information about hunting and pursuing black bears in Utah
Black Bear Guidebook
The Utah DWR Black Bear Guidebook summarizes the laws and rules that govern black bear hunting in Utah. The guidebook is designed to be a quick, convenient reference document for hunting regulations. You can use the references in the guidebook to search for the detailed statute or administrative rule that underpins the guidebook summary.
Previous editions
Maps
Black bear drawing results
Black bear harvest information
Black bear management plan
Black bear hunter orientation
- Take the online Utah Bear Orientation Course
Other black bear information
- Trail camera regulations
- Safety in black bear country
- Application for a bear baiting certificate of registration (If you have any difficulties with the application or the payment portal, please contact the nearest DWR office or use the paper form.)
- Black Bears of Utah's East Tavaputs Plateau (Bookcliffs area) — PDF
