Oregon Black Bear Hunting Units & Draw Odds
10 units · 19.4% avg hunter success
Oregon's black bear draw runs on a hybrid preference-point system, and nonresidents make up 5% of available tags. The 2026 application window closes May 15, with results posted June 12—mark both dates. You'll pay an $8 application fee and $16.5 tag fee if drawn. We've tracked 10 units across Oregon's bear country, including some of the state's most consistent producers. The data below shows which units have zero-point hunts available and what harvest success looked like in 2024, so you can target units that match your experience level and timeline.
How the Oregon Draw Works
Draw system
Hybrid draw — part preference order, part random allocation.
Nonresident allocation: 5% of tags
2026 application window
— – May 15(nonresident)
Results: Jun 12
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$8 app · $193 license · $16.50 tag
Easiest Black Bear Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 762A
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 760A
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 764
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 757A
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 759
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 752A
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 717A
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 754A
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 756
0.0% at zero points · Hunt 741A
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit CATHERINE CREEK | — | 0.0%Hunt 762A | 18% | 25% |
| Unit IMNAHA | — | 0.0%Hunt 760A | 20% | 77% |
| Unit LOOKOUT MTN | — | 0.0%Hunt 764 | 28% | 38% |
| Unit SLED SPRINGS | — | 0.0%Hunt 757A | 21% | 22% |
| Unit SNAKE RIVER | — | 0.0%Hunt 759 | 18% | 98% |
| Unit STARKEY | — | 0.0%Hunt 752A | 8% | 68% |
| Unit STOTT MTN | — | 0.0%Hunt 717A | 22% | 28% |
| Unit WALLA WALLA | — | 0.0%Hunt 754A | 33% | 34% |
| Unit WENAHA | — | 0.0%Hunt 756 | 19% | 76% |
| Unit WHITE RIVER | — | 0.0%Hunt 741A | 7% | 50% |
All Oregon Black Bear Units
Oregon Black Bear Draw FAQ
When do I apply for Oregon black bear and when do I find out if I'm drawn?
The 2026 draw closes May 15 and results post June 12. This timeline applies to both resident and nonresident applications. Plan accordingly so you can secure your tag and prepare for the season.
What does it cost to apply and hunt Oregon black bear?
The application fee is $8 and the tag fee is $16.5. You only pay the tag fee if you're drawn.
Can I draw Oregon black bear with zero preference points?
Yes. We tracked five units where zero-point hunts were available in 2024: Catherine Creek (Hunt 762A), Imnaha (Hunt 760A), Lookout Mountain (Hunt 764), Sled Springs (Hunt 757A), and Snake River (Hunt 759). This doesn't guarantee a zero-point draw in 2026, but it shows these units have historically offered entry-level opportunity.
What's my realistic chance of success if I draw a black bear hunt in Oregon?
Harvest success varies by unit. In 2024, the five zero-point units we tracked ranged from 18% to 28% success. Lookout Mountain ran highest at 28%, while Catherine Creek and Snake River came in at 18%. Success depends on your skills, effort, and the specific unit you draw.
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