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Bearpaw Ranch |
P.O. Box 88 |
Forest Falls, CA 92339 |
Bearpaw Ranch is San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society's 70 acre nature sanctuary, thanks to a generous benefactor. Bearpaw Ranch is at 38801 Valley of the Falls Drive, nestled on the north slope of scenic Mill Creek Canyon at 4,500 feet elevation, surrounded by the towering peaks of the San Bernardino National Forest. A diverse array of habitats provides excellent birding and educational opportunities. Along the creek, alluvial scrub intergrades with alders, sycamores, ash and willows. On the bluff, scrub-oak and chaparral mingle with huge old Coulter pines, black oak and incense cedar.
To reach Bearpaw Ranch, take Highway 38 to the Forest Falls turnoff. Go only a few car lengths on Valley of the Falls Drive and look for our small wooden sign on the right. Parts of the road have already been graded, smoothed, and paved; the entry from Forest Falls Drive will undergo similar improvements soon. There is an electronically operated entry gate: members who wish to visit the Sanctuary should call ahead for the security code. Click here for a map of Bearpaw Ranch.
Public restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables are available for visitor convenience. A self-guided nature trail system is steadily growing, thanks to hard-working volunteers. SBVAS members and their guests are welcome anytime but are requested to call ahead to alert the resident manager to expect visitors. To leave a message or request information, call (909) 794-0509.
This web site is maintained by Tom Benson.
Updated August 7, 2006.