Best Time to See Squirrels in Nebraska
April, May and June is the best time to see squirrels in Nebraska. Based on 2,917 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when squirrels are most active across the year in Nebraska.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
2,917 verified observations of squirrels in Nebraska, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When squirrels are recorded in Nebraska
Peak month
April
497 records (17% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 83 | 2.8% |
| February | 105 | 3.6% |
| March | 212 | 7.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 497 | 17% |
| Maypeak | 484 | 16.6% |
| Junepeak | 316 | 10.8% |
| July | 204 | 7% |
| August | 213 | 7.3% |
| September | 230 | 7.9% |
| October | 281 | 9.6% |
| November | 164 | 5.6% |
| December | 128 | 4.4% |
Squirrels you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Eastern Fox Squirrel | 1,900 |
| Groundhog | 267 |
| Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel | 232 |
| Franklin's Ground Squirrel | 159 |
| Black-tailed Prairie Dog | 140 |
| Eastern Gray Squirrel | 123 |
| Least Chipmunk | 9 |
| Southern Flying Squirrel | 2 |
Sightings of squirrels in Nebraska peak in April, when 497 of the year's 2,917 verified observations are logged — about 17% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January and February, when squirrels are hardest to find — January sees just 83 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The squirrels you are most likely to encounter in Nebraska are Eastern Fox Squirrel, Groundhog and Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel — 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 squirrels in Nebraska
- Agate Fossil Beds National Monument — National Monument
- Homestead National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Missouri National Recreational River — National Recreational River
- Niobrara National Scenic River — National Scenic River
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Plan your squirrel trip in Nebraska
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see squirrels in Nebraska?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 2,917 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are squirrels hardest to see in Nebraska?+
January is the quietest month for squirrels in Nebraska, with only 83 verified records.
Are squirrels active year-round in Nebraska?+
Squirrels are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nebraska, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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