Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery Applications Open Now

- The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has announced the return of the Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery for later this year. The hunt will be held in all Louisiana Black Bear Management Areas Dec. 5-20, 2026. Get our free mobile appHunters can apply to the Louisiana black bear hunting lottery now through August 28, 2026. How to Apply for the Louisiana Black Bear Hunting LotteryLottery applications are available only on the LDWF licensing website. Possession of a valid black bear hunting license is required before applying to the WMA and the general Black Bear Lotteries.