South Carolina Bear Season 2026-27
Opens in 14 daysSouth Carolina's bear season opens 2026-10-11 and closes 2026-10-30.
Last verified September 25, 2026South Carolina wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 14 days
Game Zone 1
Still hunt (no dogs)
- Opens
- October 11, 2026
- Closes
- October 23, 2026
- Bag limit
- Dog hunts Oct 17-30.
- Opens in 20 days
Game Zones 2 & 4
Still hunt (no dogs)
- Opens
- October 17, 2026
- Closes
- October 30, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
South Carolina's bear season opens 2026-10-11 and closes 2026-10-30.
Nearby states
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.