Trap Woodchucks Where They Travel

The most efficient way to trap a woodchuck / groundhog is to find a spot where it travels often, make sure the spot is funneled down, and place a pass-through trap there.

Like the picture to the right shows, when the set-up is right, the groundhog will be caught the next time it passes through.

This system of woodchuck trapping is much more efficient than trying to lure them into a baited trap placed randomly in the yard. That’s why we recommend it.

Utilizing travel paths is efficient because groundhogs usually use the same paths as they come and go from various places. The smart trapper capitalizes on the natural instincts of the groundhog.

Video Tip | Woodchuck Trap Placement

Here is a video in which Ryan shows an efficient groundhog removal.

This groundhog’s main den was off-site but, it consistently came onto this property to eat and do its woodchuck thing.

Looking around the deck and fence, Ryan was able to find travel routes. He selected the one under the fence because it provided the only access onto the property.

Trapping at the deck could be accomplished without too much trouble, but the fence provided the surest bet. Take a look.

Travel-Path Groundhog Traps

Trapping groundhog / woodchucks where they travel is best accomplished using a double-door, pass-through style trap.

Here is a short look at how they work.

That trap is the same style which was used to catch the groundhog shown in the video above. Though other traps can work, we use this style for a very high percentage of groundhog trapping.

For more information about this style of trap please follow his link : Best Trap for Woodchuck/Groundhog.

Canton, Akron, Kent Area Groundhog Removal

Successful groundhog trapping is all about putting the right trap in the right spot.

If you get these two pieces of the puzzle right and the groundhog is actively using the area, groundhog removal is quickly accomplished.

We encourage you to give it a try yourself or call a professional nuisance wild animal control operator in your area if you need help.

In the greater Akron, Canton, Kent, OH area, we offer experienced and efficient removal of groundhogs/woodchucks for homeowners and business owners alike.