Best Time to See Bald Eagles in Colorado
January, February and April is the best time to see bald eagles in Colorado. Based on 4,606 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bald eagles are most active across the year in Colorado.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 30, 2026.
4,606 verified observations of bald eagles in Colorado, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bald eagles are recorded in Colorado
Peak month
January
665 records (14.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 665 | 14.4% |
| Februarypeak | 579 | 12.6% |
| March | 417 | 9.1% |
| Aprilpeak | 570 | 12.4% |
| May | 407 | 8.8% |
| June | 212 | 4.6% |
| July | 216 | 4.7% |
| August | 199 | 4.3% |
| September | 186 | 4% |
| October | 254 | 5.5% |
| November | 359 | 7.8% |
| December | 542 | 11.8% |
Bald Eagles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bald Eagle | 4,606 |
Sightings of bald eagles in Colorado peak in January, when 665 of the year's 4,606 verified observations are logged — about 14.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, February and April.
The quietest stretch is September, August and June, when bald eagles are hardest to find — September sees just 186 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bald eagles you are most likely to encounter in Colorado are Bald Eagle — 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 bald eagles in Colorado
- Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park — National Park
- Colorado National Monument — National Monument
- Curecanti National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Dinosaur National Monument — National Monument
- Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve — National Park & Preserve
Plan your bald eagle trip in Colorado
Start with live tours near Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site, then compare a nearby stay and a broader wildlife backup before you lock in the trip.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bald eagles in Colorado?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, February and April, based on 4,606 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bald eagles hardest to see in Colorado?+
September is the quietest month for bald eagles in Colorado, with only 186 verified records.
Are bald eagles active year-round in Colorado?+
Bald eagles are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Colorado, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in January.