Seven Bears Caught on Camera in Montana, 10 Found the Next Day

July 3, 2026

Talk about an unforgettable wildlife encounter.

A family in Great Falls, Montana, got quite the surprise when they looked outside after their dogs started barking before bedtime. Diane said they've seen bears around their property before, but never anything like this.

Seven bears were caught on camera wandering together.

Later, the family discovered the visitors were part of an even bigger gathering. They counted 10 bears in total.

Since bears are typically solitary animals, seeing that many in one area is an incredibly rare sight and one the family won't soon forget.