Montana wildlife
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Golden Eagles ride thermals along the Montana Rocky Mountain Front in autumn.
See the Golden Eagle up close
Best months
Sep · Oct
Typical window is September and October along the Front; check the official migration report for daily counts.
Where to look
Rocky Mountain Front ridgeline (especially near Choteau, MT)Glacier National ParkUpper Missouri River Breaks National Monument
Conservation status
Widespread resident but also migratory along the Front
Good to know
When is the best time to see golden eagles in Montana?
Late September through October during migration.
Where along the Rocky Mountain Front should I go?
The ridgeline near Choteau and the Pine Butte area are reliable viewing spots.
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