There are 384 recorded sightings of Mountain Goat in Wyoming, with 90 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in June through September.
When to See Mountain Goat in Wyoming
Most often reported in June through September.
| Month | Recorded Sightings | Peak Month |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7 | No |
| February | 0 | No |
| March | 3 | No |
| April | 8 | No |
| May | 41 | No |
| June | 87 | Yes |
| July | 108 | Yes |
| August | 57 | Yes |
| September | 48 | Yes |
| October | 20 | No |
| November | 3 | No |
| December | 0 | No |
Compared With Other Regions
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Shaggy and white, this mountain dweller has short black horns, a beard and a shoulder hump. It lives on steep cliffs and alpine meadows of northwestern North America, from Alaska through the Rockies and Cascades. It grazes on grasses and sedges, climbing with great surefootedness; scan high cliffs and ridges with binoculars in summer, and look for animals at mineral licks, where small family groups often gather.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to see a Mountain Goat in Wyoming?
Mountain Goat is most often reported in Wyoming in June through September, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.
Where can I see a Mountain Goat in Wyoming?
There are 384 documented Mountain Goat records in Wyoming. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.
How can I find Mountain Goat sightings near me in Wyoming?
Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Wyoming.