Spring and fall bear hunting seasons are the best times of the year to hunt bears.Spring bear hunting usually opens through mid-to-late June. Some states like Idaho and Montana opens it in April. Fall bear hunting opens from October to November. During spring, more bears are coming out of their dens to feed and mate. As for fall, bears become more active in preparation for their lengthy hibernation. These months make a great opportunity for a harvest when you’re crossbow hunting. Also, you’ll likely see a bear at any given time throughout the day during the fall season. It’s best to take down a bear with a crossbow during the morning and early evening hours. Hunting during these times offers more chances to spot bears due to their food search. They usually sleep an hour or two after sunset and wake up half an hour before sunrise. Though in places where there’s a high human activity, they’ve become nocturnal to avoid people.