Best Time to See Beavers in New Hampshire
May, April and June is the best time to see beavers in New Hampshire. Based on 1,433 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when beavers are most active across the year in New Hampshire.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
1,433 verified observations of beavers in New Hampshire, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When beavers are recorded in New Hampshire
Peak month
May
259 records (18.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 48 | 3.3% |
| February | 40 | 2.8% |
| March | 115 | 8% |
| Aprilpeak | 224 | 15.6% |
| Maypeak | 259 | 18.1% |
| Junepeak | 197 | 13.7% |
| July | 113 | 7.9% |
| August | 137 | 9.6% |
| September | 89 | 6.2% |
| October | 88 | 6.1% |
| November | 69 | 4.8% |
| December | 54 | 3.8% |
Beavers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Beaver | 1,433 |
Sightings of beavers in New Hampshire peak in May, when 259 of the year's 1,433 verified observations are logged — about 18.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April and June.
The quietest stretch is February, January and December, when beavers are hardest to find — February sees just 40 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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park — National Historical Park
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see beavers in New Hampshire?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and June, based on 1,433 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are beavers hardest to see in New Hampshire?+
February is the quietest month for beavers in New Hampshire, with only 40 verified records.
Are beavers active year-round in New Hampshire?+
Beavers are recorded in 12 of 12 months in New Hampshire, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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