Based on 7,829 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Colorado, Wapiti is most often recorded in June; in Colorado it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #2 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Cervus canadensis
Wapiti in Colorado by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Colorado in June
Mule Deer
Yellow-bellied Marmot
Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
Moose
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Pronghorn
Bighorn Sheep
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Places to look in Colorado
National ForestWhite River National Forest
Botanical GardenDenver Botanic Gardens
National ForestRio Grande National Forest
National ForestSan Juan National Forest
State ParkRoxborough State Park
State ParkMancos State Park
FAQ
When does Wapiti appear in Colorado?
Mainly April–October, with the most records in June.
How common is Wapiti in Colorado?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Colorado (7,829 records in our sample).