BEARPAW RESERVE
Bearpaw Reserve is 600 acres of steep, spectacular mountains with a seasonal 110-foot waterfall. Vegetation includes incense cedars, ponderosa and coulter pine, chaparral, and oracle oaks—a rare hybrid between black oaks and interior live oaks. The secluded north facing slopes have the secretive, rarely seen flying squirrels and southern spotted owls. Due to access challenges, the Reserve is primarily used for environmental programs. Wildlands developed a group campground on the property for its family camping program, which teaches urban families the fundamentals of camping.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
RESERVE ACCESS
Reservations required for access. Contact us for details and access approval. Allow up to five business days for approval.
ADMISSION
FREE
CONTACT US
(909) 790-3698
sbmountains@wildlandsconservancy.org
GETTING HERE
38801 Valley of the Falls Drive
Forest Falls, CA 92399
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THINGS TO DO
AMENITIES
PROHIBITIONS
SAFETY
LEAVE NO TRACE
Pack it in, Pack it out.
Take any trash you make with you.
Leave What You Find.
Allow others a sense of discovery by leaving rocks, plants, archaeological artifacts and other objects of interest as you find them.
Respect Wildlife.
Learn about wildlife through quiet observation. Do not disturb wildlife or plants just for a “better look.” Observe wildlife from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee.
Be Considerate of Others.
One of the most important components of outdoor ethics is to maintain courtesy toward other visitors. It helps everyone enjoy their outdoor experience.
Principles courtesy of Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics.
RESOURCES
FREE GROUP CAMPING
Your group or organization can spend the night under the stars at our Columbine Falls Group Campground.
CONSERVATION OUTCOMES
The donation of Bearpaw Reserve to Wildlands has prevented road building to pristine wild areas that are supported by the conservation community for the expansion of the San Gorgonio Wilderness. The donation of this property also prevented plans for a recreational vehicle resort in Mill Creek Canyon.
