Gophers dig extensive tunnel systems and are usually not seen on the surface. They are active year round and may burrow at any time of day. However, gophers are most active in the spring when they may construct up to three mounds a day. Additionally, they seem to be more active around dusk and at night.
How do you get gophers to come out?
The best thing to do is act swiftly, using one of the following three methods:
- Bait the gopher into a live trap and release it far from your property.
- Repel the gopher by placing castor oil pellets, peppermint oil, and fabric softener sheets in the burrows nearest your home.
Do gophers only come out at night?
Gophers don't hibernate and are active year-round, even though you might not see any fresh mounding. They can also be active at all hours of the day and night. Gophers usually live alone within their burrow system, except when females are caring for their young or during breeding season.
