Big Game Series
Black bear
Hunting Guide
Overview & Habitat
The most popular type of hunting in Alaska is black bear hunting.
Context & Tactics
Field Intelligence
Hunting Strategy
This is because the black bear densities in Alaska are very high, and hunters can find such big game throughout the state. These include: Black Bear has the broadest range in size of any living bear, with an average weight of 194 kg (427 lbs).
