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Exclusive Bear Hunting in WMU 1D: Home to Ontario’s Largest Black Bears
Gray Wood Outfitters is the only place with rights to bear hunting in WMU 1D, which means the bears here don’t face pressure from other hunters. Because of this, we can run east to follow Black Bear hunts, setting hunters up in stands over active bait sites. This area is known for having some of Ontario’s biggest Black Bears. While most bears weigh around 250 pounds, you have a great chance of taking a boar over 400 pounds. Plus, both archery and rifle hunters are welcome!
When it comes to Black Bear hunting, Ontario is the best spot in Canada. There are plenty of hunting guides offering good hunts with high success rates. But before you decide, ask yourself: Where can I find the biggest bears and the best chances of success? Where will I get the most adventure for my money? The answer is simple—Gray Wood Outfitters, where you’ll enjoy an amazing hunt and a trip to remember.
Hunt Ontario’s Giant Black Bears in the Black Bear Triangle
As you head north from Lake Superior, Black Bears start to grow much larger. Once you cross Highway 11, you’ve entered Ontario’s Black Bear Triangle, home to the biggest bears. This region stretches from Northern Nipigon, curving east and south below James Bay. Beyond this area, bears get smaller, and once you reach the treeline, you won’t find any bears at all. If you’re looking for a Black Bear over 400 pounds, the best place to hunt is north of Nakina, Jellicoe, and Armstrong.
Why do these bears get so big? It’s simple—there’s plenty of food. They feast on beavers from the many lakes and streams, along with fresh plants, berries, and grasses that grow after forest fires and logging. Plus, in our Bear Management Area (BMA), there’s no hunting pressure, so bears can grow undisturbed for years.
Gray Wood Outfitters has the only BMA in WMU 1D. With well-placed bait stands, hunters enjoy almost a 100% success rate, often harvesting bears between 300–450 pounds.
Want an unforgettable adventure? You can add bear hunting to any moose hunt. Contact us today to book your trip!
Wolf Combo Hunt
Wolf Combo Hunt: Prime Opportunities in a Predator’s Paradise
Thanks to a high moose population and caribou moving south late in the season, wolves thrive here, always ready for a feast. Bear hunters often see wolves at bait stands or along game trails as they look for moose. Similarly, moose hunters usually wait near trails leading to water, where the chances of spotting a moose—and getting a clear shot—are great. Wolves do the same, gathering near water to wait for moose coming to drink. This makes the area ideal for wolf sightings and hunting opportunities.
Because there are so many moose here—and since caribou move south late in the season—wolves have plenty to eat, so they thrive in this area. If you’re bear hunting, you might spot wolves at bait stands or along game trails as well, since they’re often searching for moose. In the same way, moose hunters often set up near trails that lead to water because that’s where moose like to go, which means it’s a great spot for both sightings and clear shots. Wolves know this too, so they gather near water, waiting for moose to come and drink.
As a result, with wolves following the same patterns as moose, this area is perfect for spotting them—and therefore offers great hunting opportunities.