Best Time to See Chipmunks in Vermont
April, May and June is the best time to see chipmunks in Vermont. Based on 10,546 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when chipmunks are most active across the year in Vermont.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
10,546 verified observations of chipmunks in Vermont, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When chipmunks are recorded in Vermont
Peak month
April
1,557 records (14.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 496 | 4.7% |
| February | 889 | 8.4% |
| March | 724 | 6.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 1,557 | 14.8% |
| Maypeak | 1,418 | 13.4% |
| Junepeak | 1,065 | 10.1% |
| July | 807 | 7.7% |
| August | 669 | 6.3% |
| September | 953 | 9% |
| October | 780 | 7.4% |
| November | 623 | 5.9% |
| December | 565 | 5.4% |
Chipmunks you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Red Squirrel | 3,344 |
| Eastern Gray Squirrel | 3,133 |
| Eastern Chipmunk | 2,693 |
| Groundhog | 968 |
| Southern Flying Squirrel | 36 |
| Northern Flying Squirrel | 26 |
Sightings of chipmunks in Vermont peak in April, when 1,557 of the year's 10,546 verified observations are logged — about 14.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January, December and November, when chipmunks are hardest to find — January sees just 496 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The chipmunks you are most likely to encounter in Vermont are American Red Squirrel, Eastern Gray Squirrel and Eastern Chipmunk — 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 chipmunks in Vermont
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- North Country National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see chipmunks in Vermont?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 10,546 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are chipmunks hardest to see in Vermont?+
January is the quietest month for chipmunks in Vermont, with only 496 verified records.
Are chipmunks active year-round in Vermont?+
Chipmunks are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Vermont, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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