Nys Bear Season 2025. Regular black bear hunting season in new york state is from november 16th through december 8th, late bowhunting and late muzzleloading is from december 9th through. Early muzzleloader season for deer and bear in the north zone runs from october 14 to 20, followed by the regular firearms season.
For both seasons, you must report taking a turkey. Season opens at unit 5a, 5c, 5f, 5g, 5h, 5j, 6c, 6f, 6h, and 6j: