Black Bear Activity Reports

Below are links to summaries of black bear sightings, nuisance and damage reported to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. Summaries contain comparison data for the same period in the prior year.

To report black bear damage and nuisance, call the DEP’s 24-hour, toll-free hotline at 1-877-WARN DEP ( 1-877-927-6337).

Monthly Activity Report

• Black Bear Activity Report, Monthly: February 20 – March 21, 2026

Year to Date Activity Report

• Black Bear Activity Report, Year to Date: January 1 – March 21, 2026

Annual Activity Reports

• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2025
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2024
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2023
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2022
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2021
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2020
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2019
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2018
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2017
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2016
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2015
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2014
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2013
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2012
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2011
• Black Bear Activity Report, Annual: 2010

Click here to see a visual representation of black bear distribution in New Jersey.