Best Time to See Beavers in Wyoming
June, July and May is the best time to see beavers in Wyoming. Based on 463 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when beavers are most active across the year in Wyoming.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
463 verified observations of beavers in Wyoming, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When beavers are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
June
96 records (20.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6 | 1.3% |
| February | 15 | 3.2% |
| March | 7 | 1.5% |
| April | 19 | 4.1% |
| Maypeak | 78 | 16.8% |
| Junepeak | 96 | 20.7% |
| Julypeak | 91 | 19.7% |
| August | 60 | 13% |
| September | 59 | 12.7% |
| October | 23 | 5% |
| November | 9 | 1.9% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Beavers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Beaver | 463 |
Sightings of beavers in Wyoming peak in June, when 96 of the year's 463 verified observations are logged — about 20.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is December, when beavers are hardest to find — no verified records exist for December. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The beavers you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming 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 Wyoming
- Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Devils Tower National Monument — National Monument
- Fossil Butte National Monument — National Monument
- Grand Teton National Park — National Park
- Yellowstone National Park — National Park
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Tours and experiences nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see beavers in Wyoming?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 463 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are beavers hardest to see in Wyoming?+
December is the quietest month for beavers in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are beavers active year-round in Wyoming?+
Beavers are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Wyoming, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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