Best Time to See Raccoons in Maryland
April, May and March is the best time to see raccoons in Maryland. Based on 4,008 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons are most active across the year in Maryland.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 2, 2026.
4,008 verified observations of raccoons in Maryland, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in Maryland
Peak month
April
493 records (12.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 257 | 6.4% |
| February | 320 | 8% |
| Marchpeak | 451 | 11.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 493 | 12.3% |
| Maypeak | 493 | 12.3% |
| June | 428 | 10.7% |
| July | 293 | 7.3% |
| August | 233 | 5.8% |
| September | 238 | 5.9% |
| October | 287 | 7.2% |
| November | 249 | 6.2% |
| December | 266 | 6.6% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 4,008 |
Sightings of raccoons in Maryland peak in April, when 493 of the year's 4,008 verified observations are logged — about 12.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and March.
The quietest stretch is August, September and November, when raccoons are hardest to find — August sees just 233 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The raccoons you are most likely to encounter in Maryland are Common Raccoon — 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 raccoons in Maryland
- Antietam National Battlefield — National Battlefield
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Assateague Island National Seashore — National Seashore
- Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Chesapeake Bay
Plan your raccoon trip in Maryland
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see raccoons in Maryland?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and March, based on 4,008 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in Maryland?+
August is the quietest month for raccoons in Maryland, with only 233 verified records.
Are raccoons active year-round in Maryland?+
Raccoons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Maryland, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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