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Colorado Bear Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Archery
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Sept. Rifle
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Private-land-only Rifle
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over-the-counter; unless otherwise noted in the brochure tables
Sept. Plains Rifle
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over-the-counter
Muzzleloader
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Rifle
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First Rifle
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Second Rifle
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Third Rifle
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Fourth Rifle
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Colorado Bear Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear License | — | — | $64.01 |
| Bear License | — | Ages 12–17; Youth hunters | $19.93 |
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear/fishing combo | — | Ages 12–17; Youth hunters | $64.10 |
Fishing portion of nonresident big game/fishing combo licenses is good through March 31, 2027. | |||
| Bear/fishing combo | — | Ages 18–63 | $302.56 |
Fishing portion of nonresident big game/fishing combo licenses is good through March 31, 2027. | |||
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