Here’s the Probability of Actually Spotting a Moose in Maine

Most people from "away", which to Mainers is anywhere but the state of Maine, automatically assume we see wild Moose whenever we walk into the woods.

However, if you're actually a local, you know this is very far from the truth, even if you're up north in the middle of nowhere at camp.

Maine.gov suggests that statistically there are around 60,000 to 75,000 moose roaming the state's forests.

However, the chances of actually seeing one of these beautiful giants depend on several factors like location and the time of year. From everything I've heard, the colder it is, the higher your chances are.

Statistically, moose sightings are more common in rural areas with dense forests and wetlands, particularly in the northern and western parts of Maine. Regions like the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Baxter State Park, and parts of the Rangeley Lakes area have been known to be hotspots for moose activity.

According to maine.gov, in terms of probabilities, tons of studies have shown that early morning or evening hours stand a better chance of spotting one. Moose are most active at dawn and dusk, which circles back to coldness being in your favor.

The likelihood of seeing a moose on a drive or hike in prime moose territory is estimated at about 10 to 15 percent, depending on how long you stay and how far you explore.

Or it could all just be luck. Either way, drop your personal pics of moose you've been lucky enough to witness in the comments