58 of Colorado’s licensed outfitters guide bear hunts. Every one below holds a current license from the Colorado board that regulates outfitting, and each listing links to the board’s own record so you can check standing before you book a guided bear hunt.
Colorado bear season dates
Season dates come straight from the state wildlife agency. Confirm them against the current regulations before you hunt.
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | September 2, 2026 | September 30, 2026 | Archery bear season; over-the-counter and limited licenses. An add-on OTC bear license can be bought with a deer or elk license for the same season. |
| Muzzleloader | September 12, 2026 | September 20, 2026 | Muzzleloader bear season; over-the-counter and limited licenses. |
| General Rifle | September 2, 2026 | September 30, 2026 | September rifle bear season (limited licenses). Bear may also be hunted with concurrent rifle licenses during the four combined rifle seasons: Oct. 14-18, Oct. 24-Nov. 1, Nov. 7-15 and Nov. 18-22. September plains rifle and private-land-only rifle bear seasons run Sept. 2-Nov. 22. |
| Concurrent Rifle | October 14, 2026 | November 22, 2026 | Over-the-counter and limited rifle bear licenses valid during the four combined deer/elk rifle seasons (Oct. 14-18, Oct. 24-Nov. 1, Nov. 7-15, Nov. 18-22). |
2026-2027 seasonVerified against Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 2026 Big Game, Turkey, and Small Game and Waterfowl brochures on September 5, 2026.Source: cpw.widen.net/s/5wvx7rggrd/colorado-big-game-hunting-brochur … Confirm dates in the current regulations before you hunt.
Guided bear hunts in Colorado
San-Pahgre Outfitters is strategically positioned in Montrose, Colorado—an area Rick Baecker aptly describes as being “smack-dab in the middle of elk and big buck country”. The operation holds a strong reputation for providing high-quality, fair-chase hunts …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Bear Mountain Outfitters provides world-class hunting and wilderness adventures on over 18,000 acres of exclusive private land situated along the Continental Divide in Northwest Colorado. Based in Kremmling, the operation primarily serves hunters in Game …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
My name is Brady Noble. I, along with my wife Shanna and three sons, Kam, Jake and Will own and operate 5 bar N Outfitters. Being in the outdoors in untouched wilderness is our passion. I was employed as an Agricultural Environmental Specialist for 18 years …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Bray Ranches is a rare and remarkable hunting destination—over 100 years of family ownership rooted in stewardship, tradition, and a deep respect for the land. Located in Unit 70 in Southwest Colorado, this generational ranch encompasses more than 20,000 acres …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Adventure Adams Lodge style starts with horses and mules carrying you and your equipment into the Wilderness. We proudly furnish and maintain high quality wall tents complete with all the equipment necessary for your stay. Included are a wood stove, propane …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose
Budge’s Wilderness Lodge sits in a remote corner of northwest Colorado, near the headwaters of the White River. With a history going back nearly 100 years, Budge’s has served as a wilderness outpost for fly fishing, horseback riding and elk hunting for …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Experience premier fairchase archery, muzzleloader, and rifle hunts for Mule Deer, Elk, Bear, and Mountain Lion on the renowned Uncompahgre Plateau, primarily in Unit 62. Our operation spans two exceptional properties—our 6,800acre Upper Ranch and our …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Capitol Peak Outfitters is a premier wilderness guide service that operates under a special use permit from the White River National Forest. The operation is centered around the stunning and high-altitude Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, an area characterized …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
Vallecito Lake Outfitters is located 25 miles northeast of Durango at the scenic Vallecito Lake, serving as a premier entry point for the Weminuche Wilderness and the San Juan Mountains. Operating under a special use permit from the USDA Forest Service …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
Cherokee T.P. Outfitters specializes in providing “off-grid” wilderness experiences in the heart of the Rio Grande National Forest and the San Juan Wilderness. Operating with a basecamp at 9,500 feet in Jasper, Colorado, the outfit holds exclusive permits to …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey
Code of the West Outfitters is a full-time professional guide service specializing in backcountry hunting and equine education within the White River and Routt National Forests. Based in Meeker, Colorado, the outfitter operates primarily in Game Management …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Colorado Elk Outfitter is proud to provide Colorado elk hunts for all levels of physical fitness. Specializing in the elderly and or less fit hunter who for various reasons cannot handle the rigorous physical stress of hunting at high altitudes. For the hunter …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
DG Horses / Old Time Outfitting is a proud, family-owned operation with 50 years of experience guiding guests through the rugged beauty of Colorado’s Fryingpan Valley near Meredith. Built on generations of hard work, horsemanship, and authentic Western …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
Bull Basin Guides and Outfitters is a premier guide service based in Kremmling, Colorado, that specializes in “Fair Chase” hunting and professional fly fishing. The operation is largely defined by its focus on private land access, maintaining exclusive hunting …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Geneva Park Outfitters has been guiding premier Colorado wilderness hunts since 1986, offering authentic backcountry experiences in the heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide. Known for fair-chase hunting and quality opportunities, GPO …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer
Del’s Triangle 3 Ranch is a world-renowned, family-owned outfitting business based in Clark, Colorado, approximately 18 miles north of Steamboat Springs. The ranch manages approximately 3,500 private acres and holds a massive U.S. Forest Service permit for …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
We are an all inclusive hunting ranch on private property. We have over 12k acres to hunt. We have all easy access to take hunters to tower blinds , ground blinds or one on one with a guide to spot and stock. We are a one guide per two hunters and take 5-6 …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Dominguez Outfitters is a family-owned and operated outfitting business dedicated to providing high-quality, ethical hunting experiences in the northern portions of Colorado Units 61 and 62. With deep roots in the area and a strong respect for the land and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Garvey Brothers Outfitters is a premier specialist for hunting in Unit 61, a region widely considered one of the top trophy units in Colorado for both elk and mule deer. Because this area requires a significant number of preference points—often 20 or more for …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Flat Tops Adventures operates under a special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service in the White River National Forest, providing professional guiding services for a variety of mountain activities. The operation specializes in big game hunting for elk, mule …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Matt & Kellie Brekke would like to introduce you to Colorado’s High Lonesome Outfitter & Guides. We have been in operation since 1996 with Kellie and Matt taking over the reins in 2023 with transferring our personal hunting passion into fulfilling those of our …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
High Mountain Hunts (HMH) is a premier big game guide service specializing in high-altitude adventures within the San Juan and Rio Grande National Forests. Operating under special use permits, Nick Maragas and his team focus on providing elite fair-chase hunts …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
At Highlands Unlimited, Inc., we specialize in true wilderness drop camp hunting adventures deep in the stunning San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado. Our camps are nestled within the remote Piedra Primitive Area—where no motorized vehicles are …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Set in the remote backcountry of GMU 18 & 28 near Granby, CO and bordering Rocky Mountain National Park, our outfitting operation offers an exclusive wilderness experience reserved for those seeking more than just a hunt. This is true backcountry—where access …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion
Premier Guided Big Game Hunts in Colorado At Ivory & Antler Outfitters, we deliver unforgettable, fully guided Colorado hunting experiences built on tradition, integrity, and results—without the inflated price tag. We operate across three premier Colorado …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
J-Bar-H Outfitters is a full-time professional outfitting service owned and managed by Jeanne Horne. 2026 will be our 28th year to professionally outfit in this area. It’s a passion for excellence that drives Jeanne to continue working at a business that she …
Black Bear · Elk · Whitetail Deer
Jackson Outfitters provides premier guided big‐game hunts across Colorado’s renowned Units 70, 70E, and 61, offering access to vast Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and select private lands. Our hunts in the Lizard Head Wilderness take place in a …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Family-Owned Colorado Hunting Since 2003 Founded in 2003, Knight Canyon Outfitters is a family-run operation where hunting isn’t just a business—it’s a passion. Owned and operated by Bill and Wade Wilson and their families, we take pride in offering personal, …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Whitetail Deer
KB Outdoors Inc. is a family owned and operated outfitting business that has exclusive hunting rights to thousands of acres of private ranches in the Mountains of Colorado, as well as the Eastern Plains of Colorado. In our effort, we strive to provide you the …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Last Chance Outfitters (also operating under the name Silver Spur Outfitters) provides a deeply personalized hunting experience centered around the Rifle and Delta areas of Western Colorado. The operation holds a specialized presence in Game Management Unit …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Lazy F Bar Outfitters operates across a massive permitted area on the Gunnison National Forest and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands, specifically focusing on Game Management Units 54, 55, and 66. This territory is legendary for its high-altitude alpine …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
LKS Outfitters stands as Colorado’s largest public land outfitter, operating a massive network of wilderness territories that include over one million acres for mountain lion hunting alone. The company is an umbrella for several of the state’s most historic …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
Lobo Outfitters, LLC offers guided and non-guided hunts in Southwest Colorado. During the summer months, we offer fishing and camping adventures creating vivid, lasting memories for the whole family. Opportunities to experience God’s country high-above-it-all …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Luark Ranch and Outfitters is a 5th-generation family operation based in Burns, Colorado, spanning Eagle and Routt counties. The ranch serves as a gateway to the Flat Tops Wilderness and features high-altitude territory on King Mountain, where elevations reach …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Our dedicated and knowledgeable staff is committed to providing personalized service. Our guides are certified in First Aid and CPR and possess extensive knowledge of our private land and permit area. With their expertise in local wildlife habits, our guides …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Family-Owned Colorado Outfitting Since 1961 Established in 1961, JML Outfitters is a third-generation, family-owned operation with deep roots in Colorado’s hunting and wilderness traditions. Today, owner Marie Haskett continues the legacy begun by her …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Matschee Guide Service is a “Fair Chase” operation that focuses on providing elite hunting opportunities in the high country of the Pike-San Isabel National Forest and surrounding Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands. They operate primarily in limited draw …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Medicine Bow Outfitters specializes in “Fair Chase” big game adventures in the scenic North Park area of Jackson County, Colorado. Operating under permits from Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Colorado State Forest State Park, and the Colorado State Land Board, the …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
At Pair A Dice Outfitters, DBA Avalanche Outfitters, we deliver a true Western wilderness hunting experience in the heart of Colorado’s White River National Forest. Operating under Forest Service permits, our camps are located in the Maroon Bells–Snowmass …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
Red Feather Guides & Outfitters is based in Walden, Colorado, positioned in the heart of the North Park valley—a region famous for its high elk densities and expansive views of the Medicine Bow and Zirkel mountain ranges. The operation is known for its …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Reverse 7 L Outfitters is a high-performance big game operation that focuses on providing “first-class” fair chase hunts across a vast landscape of private and public land in Western Colorado. The operation is particularly distinguished by its exclusive access …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
GuideWest, a brand of Rockin’ Tri M, LLC, is a premier guide service dedicated to providing world-class hunting adventures across the diverse landscapes of Western Colorado. They specialize in high-success hunts for trophy elk, mule deer, antelope, and turkey, …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Rockin Y Outfitting, LLC
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey
Rugged Mountain Outfitters delivers premier backcountry hunting adventures across some of Colorado’s most rugged and game-rich terrain. Operating under USFS and BLM Special Use Permits in Game Management Units 53, 84, and throughout the BLM Uncompahgre Field …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Sable Mountain Outfitters delivers premier big game hunting experiences in Colorado’s legendary Flat Tops Wilderness. Operating under special use permit in the White River National Forest near Meeker, our camps are positioned deep in prime elk, mule deer, and …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Sangre De Cristo Outfitters is one of Southern Colorado’s most established hunting operations, managing access to more than 30,000 acres of prime private land in addition to extensive permits for National Forest and BLM territories. Their reach is vast, …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Sawbuck Outfitters provides a quintessentially rugged Colorado experience, specializing in wilderness horseback adventures and big game hunts within the Gunnison National Forest. Based out of Crawford, Joe Cisler’s team operates primarily in Game Management …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Backcountry Outfitters is a full-service guide operation that holds special use permits for the San Juan National Forest, the Weminuche Wilderness, and the Piedra Primitive Area. These permits allow Justin and his team to lead expeditions into some of the most …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Storm Peak Outfitters is a premier hunting outfitter based in Southwest Colorado in GMU 71 within the San Juan National Forest. Operating in the rugged San Juan Mountains, we specialize in high-quality elk, mule deer, and black bear hunts in some of Colorado’s …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Upland Birds
Story Creek Outfitters offers a premier, family-operated hunting experience headquartered near the majestic Spanish Peaks of Southern Colorado. The operation is based on the sprawling 40,000-acre Menegatti Ranch, a working cattle ranch that provides an ideal, …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Sundown Outfitters and Rio Grande Outfitters operate year-round in the rugged backcountry of southwest Colorado, offering guided hunts and wilderness experiences across the San Juan, Rio Grande, and Weminuche National Forests, as well as the South San Juan and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Weminuche Wilderness Outfitters specializes in providing authentic, deep-woods adventures within the Columbine Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest. Operating primarily in Game Management Unit 751, they offer a comprehensive range of hunts including …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Track ’Em Outfitters is built on tradition, experience, and a deep-rooted passion for Colorado’s great outdoors. Hunting isn’t just what we do—it’s a family legacy that has been passed down through generations. We take great pride in welcoming hunters into the …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
At Travis Kruckenberg Outfitting, adventure is guided by purpose. Our mission is to facilitate the public’s use and enjoyment of Western Colorado’s private ranches, public lands, and designated wilderness areas—while leaving those landscapes unimpaired for …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Welder Outfitting Services has been sharing the beauty and adventure of Colorado’s upper White River country since 1988. Family-owned and operated by Brian and Shawn Welder, this year-round recreation outfitting and guide service is built on tradition, hard …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose
Elk Heart Outfitters operates in Southwest Colorado in Units 77 and 78 in the remote and rugged terrain of the San Juan National Forest. Our mission is to provide safe and memorable backcountry experiences rooted in traditional Western values. We deliver …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Based in the heart of Lake City, Colorado, Alpine Outfitters delivers premier, fully guided outdoor adventures in some of the most breathtaking and game-rich country in the West. Family-owned and operated by Seth and Aimee Withrow, Alpine is built on a passion …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
58 licensed outfittersLicense status verified against Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Professional and Occupational Licenses on September 5, 2026.Source: data.colorado.gov/resource/7s5z-vewr.json Confirm an outfitter’s license with the issuing board before you book.
Before you book
- Confirm the outfitter’s license is current with the state board — every listing above links to the official record.
- Ask which hunt areas they operate in, and whether your tag is draw-only or over the counter.
- All licensed Colorado outfitters
- Guided bear hunts in every state
For reference only. This page summarizes agency publications and is not legal advice or an official source; confirm dates, limits and fees with the state wildlife agency before you hunt. Regulations change mid-season. Send a correction if you spot an error. Disclaimer.