Black Bear Hunting in Alaska

DL027 Permit Hunt Information
for Regulatory Year 2026

(See also: DL027 for the 2025 Regulatory Year)

Map of DL027
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Hunt Details

Hunt Number: DL027
Regulatory Year: 2026
Hunt Type: Draw
Species: Black Bear
Legal Animal: 1 Black Bear, except cubs or females accompanied by cubs

Number of Permits

Residency Number of Permits
Alaska residents To be announced
Nonresidents Up to 60 permits
Total Number of Permits Available 60 permits

GMU, Area

Unit 02

Season Dates*

09/01/2026 - 12/31/2026

*See Drawing or Subsistence Supplements for season details.

Residency Restrictions

Nonresidents only

Reporting Requirements

  • Successful Hunters
    • Within 15 days of kill, you must report to ADF&G; within 30 days of kill, you must report in person with required specimens to ADF&G or an Appointed Sealer.
    • Specimens Required: Sept 1 - Dec 31: Present skinned-out skull and, if retained, hide (with evidence of sex and claws naturally attached) for sealing.
  • Unsuccessful Hunters
    Within 15 days of the close of season, you must submit a completed permit report to ADF&G or hunt.alaska.gov.
  • Internet Reporting
    You may report online at http://hunt.alaska.gov

Additional Requirements and Information

Hunt conditions and season dates can be changed by Emergency Order. Visit the Emergency Orders and Announcements page for more information.