Most squirrels don't hibernate—instead, they stash food for the cold season and spend the winter snug in their nests.

Where do squirrels go when they hibernate?

Instead of hibernating, they rely on sheltered nests or dens in trees, fat reserves, and stored food to survive the long, cold winter.

Where do squirrels go at night in the winter?

They sleep in nests or dens that they create or find in trees. Ground squirrels stay on the ground. They are burrowing animals that dig holes in the ground to stay warm. Depending on the species of ground squirrel, they may even hibernate in their homes throughout the winter.