Best Time to See Squirrels in Alabama
April, March and October is the best time to see squirrels in Alabama. Based on 7,593 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when squirrels are most active across the year in Alabama.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
7,593 verified observations of squirrels in Alabama, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When squirrels are recorded in Alabama
Peak month
April
1,491 records (19.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 433 | 5.7% |
| February | 607 | 8% |
| Marchpeak | 850 | 11.2% |
| Aprilpeak | 1,491 | 19.6% |
| May | 754 | 9.9% |
| June | 444 | 5.8% |
| July | 238 | 3.1% |
| August | 242 | 3.2% |
| September | 608 | 8% |
| Octoberpeak | 844 | 11.1% |
| November | 752 | 9.9% |
| December | 330 | 4.3% |
Squirrels you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Eastern Gray Squirrel | 4,975 |
| Eastern Chipmunk | 1,223 |
| Groundhog | 606 |
| Eastern Fox Squirrel | 448 |
| Southern Flying Squirrel | 204 |
Sightings of squirrels in Alabama peak in April, when 1,491 of the year's 7,593 verified observations are logged — about 19.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and October.
The quietest stretch is July, August and December, when squirrels are hardest to find — July sees just 238 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The squirrels you are most likely to encounter in Alabama are Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk and Groundhog — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see squirrels in Alabama
- Horseshoe Bend National Military Park — National Military Park
- Little River Canyon National Preserve — National Preserve
- Natchez Trace Parkway — Parkway
- Russell Cave National Monument — National Monument
- Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument — National Monument
- Freedom Riders National Monument — National Monument
Plan your squirrel trip in Alabama
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see squirrels in Alabama?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and October, based on 7,593 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are squirrels hardest to see in Alabama?+
July is the quietest month for squirrels in Alabama, with only 238 verified records.
Are squirrels active year-round in Alabama?+
Squirrels are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Alabama, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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