Best Time to See Mountain Goats in Wyoming
June, July and May is the best time to see mountain goats in Wyoming. Based on 394 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when mountain goats 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.
394 verified observations of mountain goats in Wyoming, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When mountain goats are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
June
103 records (26.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8 | 2% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 6 | 1.5% |
| April | 10 | 2.5% |
| Maypeak | 49 | 12.4% |
| Junepeak | 103 | 26.1% |
| Julypeak | 102 | 25.9% |
| August | 46 | 11.7% |
| September | 47 | 11.9% |
| October | 18 | 4.6% |
| November | 5 | 1.3% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Mountain Goats you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mountain Goat | 394 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when mountain goats are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for mountain goats sit around 40 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°F | 15°F | 0.9" |
| Feb | 25°F | 9°F | 0.7" |
| Mar | 35°F | 19°F | 1.6" |
| Apr | 45°F | 26°F | 1.9" |
| Maybest time | 60°F | 40°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 52°F | 1.7" |
| Julbest time | 84°F | 60°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 82°F | 58°F | 0.9" |
| Sep | 72°F | 50°F | 0.8" |
| Oct | 51°F | 33°F | 1.9" |
| Nov | 40°F | 24°F | 0.7" |
| Dec | 30°F | 17°F | 0.5" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Wyoming. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on mountain goats in Wyoming:
Sightings of mountain goats in Wyoming peak in June, when 103 of the year's 394 verified observations are logged — about 26.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is February and December, when mountain goats are hardest to find — no verified records exist for February. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The mountain goats you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Mountain Goat — 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 mountain goats 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see mountain goats in Wyoming?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 394 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are mountain goats hardest to see in Wyoming?+
February is the quietest month for mountain goats in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are mountain goats active year-round in Wyoming?+
Mountain goats are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Wyoming, concentrated around June and July.
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