Moose in New Hampshire in July

Yes, July is one of the best months to see moose in New Hampshire. It is the 3rd busiest month of the year, with 138 of the 1,259 sightings logged across the year (11%), based on verified iNaturalist records.

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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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Photos by iNaturalist observers, used under Creative Commons.

Peak month for moose in New Hampshire

11%

of yearly sightings

138

records in July

#3

busiest month of 12

1,259

verified records a year

June 20.9%, July 11%, August 9.2%. Busiest month is May at 23%.

Best months: May, June, JulyPeak season right now

1,259 verified observations of moose in New Hampshire, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.

When moose are recorded in New Hampshire

Peak month

May

290 records (23% of the year)

Quietest month

February

13 records

MonthObservationsShare
January352.8%
February131%
March403.2%
April13110.4%
Maypeak29023%
Junepeak26320.9%
Julypeak13811%
August1169.2%
September1038.2%
October725.7%
November292.3%
December292.3%

Moose you are most likely to see

SpeciesVerified observations
Moose1,255

In New Hampshire, July carries 11% of the year's moose sightings, about 2.7 points above an even month-to-month split. That makes it the 3rd busiest of the twelve months, out of 12 months with recorded activity.

Activity is easing off from June (20.9%) into July, and it heads toward August (9.2%) after. This is right inside the peak window, so July is one of the surest months to plan a trip around.

The moose most often recorded in New Hampshire are Moose. Those counts are annual totals rather than a July split, so treat them as which species you are likely to encounter, while the month figures above show how many sightings fall in July itself.

Which moose you are most likely to see

  • Moose1,255 records
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Plan your moose trip in New Hampshire

Start with live tours near Appalachian National Scenic Trail, then compare a nearby stay and a broader wildlife backup before you lock in the trip.

Frequently asked questions

Can you see moose in New Hampshire in July?+

Yes. July accounts for 138 of the 1,259 verified moose sightings logged in New Hampshire across the year, which is 11% of the annual total.

Is July a good time to see moose in New Hampshire?+

July is one of the best months. It ranks 3rd of the year and sits inside the peak window of May, June and July.

What month is best for moose in New Hampshire?+

May is the single busiest month, with the broader peak running through May, June and July, based on 1,259 verified observations.

Which moose are you most likely to see in New Hampshire?+

The most-recorded species in New Hampshire are Moose, based on all-time iNaturalist counts.