Best Time to See Rabbits in Oregon
June, May and July is the best time to see rabbits in Oregon. Based on 5,505 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when rabbits are most active across the year in Oregon.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Cottontail Rabbits · Gail A Baker CC BY
Snowshoe Hare · Brodie Cass Talbott CC BY
Mountain Cottontail · mammuthuss CC BY
5,505 verified observations of rabbits in Oregon, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When rabbits are recorded in Oregon
Peak month
June
980 records (17.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 188 | 3.4% |
| February | 207 | 3.8% |
| March | 395 | 7.2% |
| April | 682 | 12.4% |
| Maypeak | 947 | 17.2% |
| Junepeak | 980 | 17.8% |
| Julypeak | 725 | 13.2% |
| August | 450 | 8.2% |
| September | 337 | 6.1% |
| October | 237 | 4.3% |
| November | 180 | 3.3% |
| December | 177 | 3.2% |
Rabbits you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Brush Rabbit | 1,403 |
| Mountain Cottontail | 933 |
| Eastern Cottontail | 772 |
| Black-tailed Jackrabbit | 450 |
| European Rabbit | 358 |
| Snowshoe Hare | 317 |
| Pygmy Rabbit | 6 |
| White-tailed Jackrabbit | 5 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Oregon
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when rabbits are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for rabbits sit around 40 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39°F | 26°F | 2" |
| Feb | 38°F | 22°F | 2.4" |
| Mar | 43°F | 25°F | 1.9" |
| Apr | 52°F | 32°F | 2.2" |
| Maybest time | 61°F | 40°F | 2" |
| Junbest time | 71°F | 48°F | 1.1" |
| Julbest time | 83°F | 56°F | 0.1" |
| Aug | 81°F | 56°F | 0.4" |
| Sep | 71°F | 47°F | 1.2" |
| Oct | 58°F | 37°F | 1.2" |
| Nov | 45°F | 28°F | 2.3" |
| Dec | 37°F | 25°F | 2.4" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Oregon. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on rabbits in Oregon:
Sightings of rabbits in Oregon peak in June, when 980 of the year's 5,505 verified observations are logged — about 17.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, May and July.
The quietest stretch is December, November and January, when rabbits are hardest to find — December sees just 177 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The rabbits you are most likely to encounter in Oregon are Brush Rabbit, Mountain Cottontail and Eastern Cottontail — 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 rabbits in Oregon
- Crater Lake National Park — National Park
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Lewis and Clark National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Nez Perce National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve — National Monument & Preserve
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see rabbits in Oregon?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, May and July, based on 5,505 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are rabbits hardest to see in Oregon?+
December is the quietest month for rabbits in Oregon, with only 177 verified records.
Are rabbits active year-round in Oregon?+
Rabbits are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Oregon, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
More places to see rabbits
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