Best Time to See Moose in Vermont
May, June and April is the best time to see moose in Vermont. Based on 1,292 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when moose 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.
1,292 verified observations of moose in Vermont, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When moose are recorded in Vermont
Peak month
May
284 records (22% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 35 | 2.7% |
| February | 31 | 2.4% |
| March | 42 | 3.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 138 | 10.7% |
| Maypeak | 284 | 22% |
| Junepeak | 247 | 19.1% |
| July | 121 | 9.4% |
| August | 112 | 8.7% |
| September | 118 | 9.1% |
| October | 86 | 6.7% |
| November | 39 | 3% |
| December | 39 | 3% |
Moose you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Moose | 1,285 |
Sightings of moose in Vermont peak in May, when 284 of the year's 1,292 verified observations are logged — about 22% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and April.
The quietest stretch is February, January and November, when moose are hardest to find — February sees just 31 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The moose you are most likely to encounter in Vermont are Moose — 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 moose 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 moose in Vermont?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and April, based on 1,292 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are moose hardest to see in Vermont?+
February is the quietest month for moose in Vermont, with only 31 verified records.
Are moose active year-round in Vermont?+
Moose are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Vermont, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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