Oregon Spring Bear

[Kiwi]

I've started researching Oregon Spring bear (south coast area) and am at the point where some input would really helpful.

I have asked a lot of questions on this forum and had a lot of amazing help which has lead to many successful adventures. So hopefully I'm not overstepping my welcome by asking for input to my 2026 adventure.

Is it true that there are private forestry lands open to hunting? There is some info online but I cant really understand the access arrangements, unless the process is to call each land and get the details? I plan to walk in on closed roads.

It seems that access to these lands is important as they are clear cut areas where the bears feed?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Salmonchaser]

You are on the right track. You will find access is a mix of opportunities with the large timber companies. Most allow access but in more cases it is controlled to some extent due to a variety of problems they have experienced.
My niece is a Forester for one of those timber companies, though she primarily works the central coast range. She is a hunter, I’ll see her over Christmas, I’ll see what intel she can provide.