Arizona offers some fantastic opportunities for black bear hunting that many hunters may not be fully aware of. The abundance of record book size black bears, coupled with the availability of over-the-counter bear tags, make our Arizona bear hunts compelling for hunters in the know.
While mule deer and elk hunting often steal the spotlight in Arizona, it’s clear that the state has more to offer, especially for those interested in pursuing black bears. The underutilized nature of these opportunities could be a hidden gem for hunters looking to diversify their experiences and potentially bag a record-sized bear.
White Mountain Apache Bear Hunting
This outfitter has been operating White Mountain Apache bear hunting since 1982, producing an impressive number of Boone and Crockett black bears. Tags are purchased by the outfitter from the Tribal Game and Fish Department. Each hunter may purchase up to two tags per year, and there can be up to four hunters in camp per week.
Specializing in trophy quality black bear hunting.
The White Mountain Apache Nation is home to some of the premier black bear hunting in the world. Known for having large color phase bears, the Tribal biologist estimates that 50% of all the bears on the Reservation are color phase. For this specific hunting unit, we believe this number to be even higher!
You truly have free reign to choose to hunt however you wish, and the outfitter will cater to your wants and needs.
- The outfitter has highly trained hounds that excel year round on both mountain lion and black bear.
- You can hunt over bait sites, with either a rifle or a bow.
- You can spot-and-stalk, or sit water in the hot summer months.
For the spring/summer hunting season, each outfitter is assigned their own area. This outfitter operates in Area 1. Arizona has strived to manage the bear population in this unit to produce old mature boars. It is the goal to have a sow harvest percentage of less than 10% annually. They have met that goal yearly, without fail.
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Here at Outdoors International, we pride ourselves on having a team of highly experienced and knowledgeable consultants. They are passionate about ensuring your hunting experience surpasses all expectations. We understand the importance of meticulous planning and seamless logistics for a successful hunt. Ask us about our Arizona bear hunts today.
Matt Janes –
The guides know the plan and execute on it. Trust their judgement. They want you to kill a great bear and have a good experience.
Mark Wood –
I had the bear of my dreams. It made the Boone and Crockett record book.
Andrew Hickey –
This is a top notch outfit! The outfitter along with guides Mike and Lane made this hunt a memory of a lifetime for my daughter Chloe and I.
Trevor Shepherd –
Great black bear hunt! You get to see a lot of bears. high success harvest. Multiple opportunities to harvest. Hunting over bait barrel, and hunting with hounds.
Zac Dickerson –
My black bear hunt was amazing! The camp and accommodations where very well put together. I enjoyed all the knowledge the guide had about bears and our success proved it. I highly recommend these guys.
Jeff Cullumber –
My outfitter was fantastic! Had my own tent that they set up for me. Great food and first class equipment
Michael Hickey –
Top Rate. Great bear hunt with an A+ outfit.
Dale Parrish –
This was a trip of a lifetime for me to take a Pope and Young black bear.
Joni Rowell –
This was a great trip. I have always wanted to go bear hunting and he gave me this amazing opportunity and it was a very successful hunt.
Angela Myrick –
I loved that trip and my experience bear hunting in Arizona with this outfitter. I highly recommend him to everyone!
Rex Myrick –
This was our best outfitted hunt that we have ever had.