Moose in Maine in July

Yes, July is one of the best months to see moose in Maine. It is the 2nd busiest month of the year, with 225 of the 1,329 sightings logged across the year (16.9%), based on verified iNaturalist records.

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By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.

Moose photographed in MaineEastern Moose photographed in MaineMoose photographed in Maine
Photos by iNaturalist observers, used under Creative Commons.

Peak month for moose in Maine

16.9%

of yearly sightings

225

records in July

#2

busiest month of 12

1,329

verified records a year

June 25%, July 16.9%, August 15.7%. Busiest month is June at 25%.

Best months: June, July, AugustPeak season right now

1,329 verified observations of moose in Maine, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.

When moose are recorded in Maine

Peak month

June

332 records (25% of the year)

Quietest month

December

25 records

MonthObservationsShare
January282.1%
February292.2%
March302.3%
April594.4%
May17012.8%
Junepeak33225%
Julypeak22516.9%
Augustpeak20815.7%
September1158.7%
October675%
November413.1%
December251.9%

Moose you are most likely to see

SpeciesVerified observations
Moose1,327

In Maine, July carries 16.9% of the year's moose sightings, about 8.6 points above an even month-to-month split. That makes it the 2nd busiest of the twelve months, out of 12 months with recorded activity.

Activity is easing off from June (25%) into July, and it heads toward August (15.7%) after. This is right inside the peak window, so July is one of the surest months to plan a trip around.

The moose most often recorded in Maine are Moose. Those counts are annual totals rather than a July split, so treat them as which species you are likely to encounter, while the month figures above show how many sightings fall in July itself.

Which moose you are most likely to see

  • Moose1,327 records
Plan your tripAcadia National Park

Plan your moose trip in Maine

Start with live tours near Acadia National Park, then compare a nearby stay and a broader wildlife backup before you lock in the trip.

Frequently asked questions

Can you see moose in Maine in July?+

Yes. July accounts for 225 of the 1,329 verified moose sightings logged in Maine across the year, which is 16.9% of the annual total.

Is July a good time to see moose in Maine?+

July is one of the best months. It ranks 2nd of the year and sits inside the peak window of June, July and August.

What month is best for moose in Maine?+

June is the single busiest month, with the broader peak running through June, July and August, based on 1,329 verified observations.

Which moose are you most likely to see in Maine?+

The most-recorded species in Maine are Moose, based on all-time iNaturalist counts.