Best Time to See Beavers in Nevada
June, July and January is the best time to see beavers in Nevada. Based on 273 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when beavers are most active across the year in Nevada.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
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273 verified observations of beavers in Nevada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When beavers are recorded in Nevada
Peak month
June
43 records (15.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 27 | 9.9% |
| February | 12 | 4.4% |
| March | 22 | 8.1% |
| April | 21 | 7.7% |
| May | 24 | 8.8% |
| Junepeak | 43 | 15.8% |
| Julypeak | 40 | 14.7% |
| August | 17 | 6.2% |
| September | 14 | 5.1% |
| October | 21 | 7.7% |
| November | 14 | 5.1% |
| December | 18 | 6.6% |
Beavers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Beaver | 273 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nevada
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when beavers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for beavers sit around 16 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 31°F | 16°F | 1.2" |
| Feb | 32°F | 16°F | 0.9" |
| Mar | 37°F | 21°F | 1.6" |
| Apr | 51°F | 31°F | 0.6" |
| May | 60°F | 39°F | 1.1" |
| Junbest time | 72°F | 50°F | 0.3" |
| Julbest time | 82°F | 59°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 79°F | 57°F | 1.2" |
| Sep | 71°F | 50°F | 0.6" |
| Oct | 57°F | 36°F | 0.2" |
| Nov | 44°F | 26°F | 0.8" |
| Dec | 33°F | 18°F | 1.2" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Nevada. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on beavers in Nevada:
Sightings of beavers in Nevada peak in June, when 43 of the year's 273 verified observations are logged — about 15.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and January.
The quietest stretch is February, September and November, when beavers are hardest to find — February sees just 12 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The beavers you are most likely to encounter in Nevada are American Beaver — 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 beavers in Nevada
- Death Valley National Park — National Park
- Great Basin National Park — National Park
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument — National Monument
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Old Spanish National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see beavers in Nevada?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and January, based on 273 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are beavers hardest to see in Nevada?+
February is the quietest month for beavers in Nevada, with only 12 verified records.
Are beavers active year-round in Nevada?+
Beavers are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nevada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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