Best Time to See Bobcats in Colorado
December, May and September is the best time to see bobcats in Colorado. Based on 908 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bobcats 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 28, 2026.
908 verified observations of bobcats in Colorado, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bobcats are recorded in Colorado
Peak month
December
97 records (10.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 67 | 7.4% |
| February | 79 | 8.7% |
| March | 83 | 9.1% |
| April | 65 | 7.2% |
| Maypeak | 96 | 10.6% |
| June | 54 | 5.9% |
| July | 58 | 6.4% |
| August | 65 | 7.2% |
| Septemberpeak | 88 | 9.7% |
| October | 75 | 8.3% |
| November | 81 | 8.9% |
| Decemberpeak | 97 | 10.7% |
Bobcats you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bobcat | 908 |
Sightings of bobcats in Colorado peak in December, when 97 of the year's 908 verified observations are logged — about 10.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through December, May and September.
The quietest stretch is June, July and April, when bobcats are hardest to find — June sees just 54 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bobcats you are most likely to encounter in Colorado are Bobcat — 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 bobcats 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bobcats in Colorado?+
December is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through December, May and September, based on 908 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bobcats hardest to see in Colorado?+
June is the quietest month for bobcats in Colorado, with only 54 verified records.
Are bobcats active year-round in Colorado?+
Bobcats are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Colorado, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in December.
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