Badgers in Montana in May
Yes, May is a good month to see badgers in Montana. It is the 4th busiest month of the year, with 22 of the 159 sightings logged across the year (13.8%), based on verified iNaturalist records.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Good month for badgers in Montana
13.8%
of yearly sightings
22
records in May
#4
busiest month of 12
159
verified records a year
April 7.5%, May 13.8%, June 18.2%. Busiest month is July at 22.6%.
159 verified observations of badgers in Montana, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When badgers are recorded in Montana
Peak month
July
36 records (22.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2 | 1.3% |
| February | 2 | 1.3% |
| March | 3 | 1.9% |
| April | 12 | 7.5% |
| May | 22 | 13.8% |
| Junepeak | 29 | 18.2% |
| Julypeak | 36 | 22.6% |
| Augustpeak | 27 | 17% |
| September | 13 | 8.2% |
| October | 6 | 3.8% |
| November | 1 | 0.6% |
| December | 6 | 3.8% |
Badgers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Badger | 159 |
In Montana, May carries 13.8% of the year's badgers sightings, about 5.5 points above an even month-to-month split. That makes it the 4th busiest of the twelve months, out of 12 months with recorded activity.
Activity is rising from April (7.5%) into May, and it heads toward June (18.2%) after. The busiest month is July (22.6%), so if timing is flexible, that window is the safer bet.
The badgers most often recorded in Montana are American Badger. Those counts are annual totals rather than a May split, so treat them as which species you are likely to encounter, while the month figures above show how many sightings fall in May itself.
Which badgers you are most likely to see
- American Badger159 records
Plan your badger trip in Montana
Start with live tours near Big Hole National Battlefield, then compare a nearby stay and a broader wildlife backup before you lock in the trip.
GetYourGuide
Live tours nearbySee live tours near Big Hole National Battlefield
Use the live GetYourGuide widget to compare local departures and activity styles close to the main badger viewing area.
Booking.com
Stay nearbyStay near Big Hole National Battlefield
Compare hotels, cabins and lodges close to the best badger viewing area in Montana.
Viator
Broader backupBook a badger tour in Montana
Compare guided wildlife tours, boat trips and nature experiences if you want a second travel network beyond the live widget.
Frequently asked questions
Can you see badgers in Montana in May?+
Yes. May accounts for 22 of the 159 verified badgers sightings logged in Montana across the year, which is 13.8% of the annual total.
Is May a good time to see badgers in Montana?+
May is the 4th busiest month. It is workable, though July and June is the stronger window for a reliable sighting.
What month is best for badgers in Montana?+
July is the single busiest month, with the broader peak running through July, June and August, based on 159 verified observations.
Which badgers are you most likely to see in Montana?+
The most-recorded species in Montana are American Badger, based on all-time iNaturalist counts.
See badgers in Montana in other months
More places to see badgers
More wildlife in Montana