When They Hibernate Groundhogs are typically active until the first real frost of winter, often October or November. Then they crawl down into their burrows and begin to hibernate. This hibernation lasts until the weather starts to warm up, usually around February or March. Although they can hibernate for up to five months, some hibernate for only two to three months, depending on temperatures in the area. As the days shorten, temperatures drop and plants begin to die or go dormant for the winte

Did you know that it’s never good to see a groundhog out of hibernation on #GroundhogDay? Being woken up too early is actually very stressful for them! At this time of year, they should still be sleeping sound in their warm and cozy burrows. Back in November 2023, this young groundhog was awoken from hibernation when construction workers mistakenly dug up his underground den. Now overwintering at TWC, he’s healthy in his temperature-controlled enclosure as he awaits his release when the warm wea