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About hunting in Alaska
The word Alaska means “The Great Land,” and the state’s nickname is “The Last Frontier.” Both are appropriate monikers for a state containing huge swaths of wild country and uninhabited areas—a true hunter’s paradise, home to North America’s largest and most sought-after game animals. Covering 365,000,000 acres, an area one-fifth the size of the entire United States, Alaska has plenty of room for the adventurous hunter to roam.
Alaska has more than a dozen species of big-game animals as well as excellent small game and waterfowl hunting opportunities. Big-game species include bison, caribou, elk, muskox, wolves, black bears, Dall sheep, moose, brown and grizzly bears, Sitka black-tailed deer, and mountain goats. Most hunting in Alaska occurs between August and October, but bears may be taken in either fall or spring in some locations.
Alaska requires nonresidents hunting brown/grizzly bears, Dall sheep, or mountain goats to be accompanied by an Alaska-licensed guide or by an Alaska resident at least 19 years of age who is a close relative, defined as within the "second degree of kindred.” Nonresident aliens are required to have a guide to hunt any big-game animal in Alaska. All big-game guides in Alaska must be licensed by the state.
For some hunts in Alaska, it is possible to hire a transporter instead of a guide. These are licensed individuals and companies who help hunters get to remote areas by bush plane, boat, horse, ATV, snow machine, etc.
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game (adfg.alaska.gov) has an excellent website with in-depth information about hunting in the state. Check the site for specific license and tag requirements for each species. The Alaska Professional Hunters Association is another great source of information about Alaska: alaskaprohunter.org.
Alaska on map
Price distribution
$3,379
$16,285
$29,191
$42,097
$55,003
Game classification
Reviews
Brice
United States
9.0
Verified review
Sep 28, 2024
Late September hunt.
9.0
Bearfoot Adventures
Outfitter
Unfortunately got Covid days before the hunt and Chet and his team was kind enough to postpone the hunt by 10 days to allow me to recover before heading out. These guys will do whatever they can to get you in front of your animal. Sam, my guide was great. hard working, funny and got me within 150 yards of my moose. These animals are hard to come by these days and this outfit can still pull it off. Highly recommended them.
It’s hard to pack for this time of year. It was hot and it was snowing. Good luck!
Alison
United States
9.0
Verified review
May 29, 2024
Great experience with a great guide.
9.0
Bearfoot Adventures
Outfitter
Food choice & quality was great for camping in the mountains.
Knowledge of guide on Alaskan animals.
Lack of animals.
Daniel
United States
10.0
Verified review
Sep 13, 2023
Experienced Outfitter
10.0
Bearfoot Adventures
Outfitter
Chet and his guides took every precaution to keep us safe, happy, and succesful on the hunt. They worked extremely hard spotting animals, packing meat, and making us laugh daily. We took two great Bull Moose on our hunt.
The rain. Ha. The Alaska weather is no joke, cold and rainy. I could’ve been better prepared with my gear list. But it all worked out fine.
Patrick
Canada
9.7
Verified review
Jul 27, 2023
Beautiful grizzly bear hunting experience
9.7
Tyrrell's Trails
Outfitter
I really liked the perseverance of my guides, who rotate shifts to increase my chances of harvesting my grizzly bear. The food was excellent and abundant. I really enjoyed every element of my hunt.
Nothing
Richard
United States
9.7
Verified review
May 8, 2024
Trip of a lifetime
9.7
Barela's Alaskan Outfitters
Outfitter
This was a once on a lifetime trip for me 2024 coastal brown bear hunt. We seen 10+ bears every day. Caught halibut and shrimp and collected mussels. We ate like kings. I don't think they could have anything different they spend alit to make sure I had a great experience. Peter is an excellent outfitter and hope to do other hunts with in the future.
Blake
United States
9.7
Verified review
Dec 14, 2024
The hunting was good u had to work for it which I liked the hospitality was awesome and am excited to get back up there one of these years
9.7
Driftwood Wilderness Lodge
Outfitter
I loved my outfitter and the the cook the accommodations where amazing and the food was top notch
The area had a little more hunting pressure than I would’ve thought that being said it’s a very big area to hunt and I no I didn’t even scratch the surface I saw deer everyday
Meet your guides
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Jerry Cates
United States
I have always loved sharing the wilderness spirit that can only be found in the last remaining truly wild places, Alaska is one of those places and perhaps the best. Come experience a hunt that will be shared again and again around campfires and anywhere where hunters gather. Happy hunting to all.
Bob Cusack
United States
Nestled on the Alaska Peninsula between Lake Clark National Park and the Katmai National Monument is the Cusack's Alaska Lodge. The lodge sits 200 miles to the southwest of Anchorage amid the beauty of wild Alaska. Your hosts are Bob and Lula Cusack, who built the lodge. Bob is a professional grade bush pilot and has been flying fisherman to remote locations for nearly 40 years. This is a rustic, luxury lodge that blends the best of wild Alaska with the best of modern society.
Alisha Mutts Decker
United States
With over 40 years of guiding experience in Southeast Alaska and Glacier Bay National Park, We are an exceptional choice for your next hunting adventure in the Alaskan wilderness. We were formed in 1974 by Master Guides Jimmie C. and MaryAnn. Over the years, the business has grown to be one of the largest professional Guide/Outfitter operations in the State of Alaska. We are a family-owned and operated, with Master Guide Mutts and Zach carrying on the outfitting tradition.
Animals
Bush TV
Check out an amazing footage from outfitters and landowners properties.
It is hard to get up
Oh boy its is very hard for this Bear to get up!
Bear search in Snow
This Bear is hard at work looking for something in the snow
Scratch my Back
This bear has a really bad back itch!
Two Bears
Two Bears feeding
Bear searching
Bear searching for food on the edge of a river
Mountain Goat scratching
Mountain Goat scratching his head on the ground
Mountain Goat on the edge
Beautiful Mountain Goat on the edge of a cliff staring straight at us
Mountain Goat
Mountain Goat coming down a mountain in thick snow
Massive Brown Bear
Massive Brown Bear standing in the rain
Close to tree stand
Bear getting very close to our tree stand
Close encounter
Close encounter with a big Bear while walking in the forest
Big Moose
Big Moose in the Alaskan forest with Glacier Guides
Bear in rain
Big Bear in the pouring rain
Bear Snacking
Bear enjoys an afternoon snack
Bear eating grass
Beautiful brown Bear strolling about and eating grass
Busted by Bear
Bear strolling along and then he smells us! That was the end of our stalk
Majestic Moose
Majestic Moose bull walking through the field
Moose swim
Moose taking a swim in Alaska
Bear fishing for Salmon
This huge Brown Bear is fishing for salmon in Alaska with Full Scope Outfitters
Brown Bear eating lunch
Amazing footage of a Brown Bear enjoying lunch in the water
Curious Shiras-colored Brown Bear
This Shiras-colored Brown Bear really wants to know what is going on and who is looking at him
Caribou Herd
Big healthy herd of Caribou in Alaska
Brown Bear run
Brown Bear running away from a drone
Alaska Brown bear
The Alaskan brown bear is the largest land predator on Earth. One reason for the exceptional size of these bruins is the plentiful supply of fat and protein in the form of salmon in Alaska's rivers and streams. Here's an up close and personal look a hunter got of this ritual for survival!
Alaska Wolf
Not your every day footage folks! A young wolf poking around in brown bear territory. Similar in size and behaviour (being social creatures), humans and wolves have always competed for food and territory.
Top hunts
Spring 2026 Alaska Grizzly Bear Hunt
Alaska, United States
Black bear, Grizzly
Baiting, Bow Hunting, Calling, Crossbow Hunting, High Seat, Hunting From a Blind, Mountain Hunting, Muzzleloader, Rifle Hunting, Stalking
Season: May 22, 26 - Jun 13, 26
Package price
$15,000
for 9 days, 1 hunter
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Live Aboard Yacht- DIY Fall Hunt
Alaska, United States
Black bear, Black-tailed deer, Mountain goat
Bow Hunting, Rifle Hunting, Stalking
Season: Sep 1, 25 - Oct 31, 25
Package price
$4,500
for 7 days, 1 hunter
Online payment
Alaska DIY Boat Based Combo Small Group
Alaska, United States
Black-tailed deer, Coyote, Long-tailed duck, Sea duck
Bow Hunting, Calling, Mountain Hunting, Muzzleloader, Rifle Hunting, Stalking
Season: Sep 27, 24 - Dec 20, 28
Package price
$6,750
for 5 days, 1 hunter
Online payment
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