Bear Paw High Sierra Camp
Nestled 11.5 miles into Sequoia's backcountry, high atop a 7,800 ft. granite saddle overlooking the Great Western Divide, Bearpaw High Sierra Camp has been pampering overnight guests for the past 71 years.
Friendly, warm hospitality, led by Carolyn Pistilli, who has been the Bearpaw Camp Manager for 13 years, will ensure that your stay at Bearpaw is an unforgettable backcountry camping experience.
Six tent cabins, with wooden floors and canvas siding, each with two twin beds.
Each cabin can sleep three people (one person on the floor*).
Bedding is provided (down comforter, blanket, sheets, towel, and sleeping pad).
*Floor person must provide their own bedding and sleeping pad
Central shower house with flush toilets and hot showers.
Generous home-style breakfast and dinner served daily, included in the daily room rate. Box lunches can be purchased separately.
Numerous trails and day hikes, ranging from 3 to 18 miles round-trip begin from the Camp. Great local lakes for fishing.
Click here to download a printable pdf of Bearpaw policies and booking procedures (60 kb).
Meals
You won't go hungry at Bearpaw! Meals are generous, home-cooked, and served family-style.
A typical breakfast epicurean adventure may include: Tomato and Cheese Frittata; Oatmeal Raisin French Toast; Sausage and Egg Scramble; Broccoli-Squash-Pepper Quiche; Fresh Fruit Compote.
Dinners may include such delicacies as: Grilled New York Steaks or Tri-Tip; Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin; Indonesian Chicken; Portabella Lasagna; Sautéed Asparagus with Almonds; Grilled Zucchini, Orange Wild Rice, and Twice Baked Potatoes.
Desserts are a specialty and are home-made from scratch, such as: Pound Cake with Fresh Strawberries and Whipped Cream; Fresh Baked Berry or Apple Pie; Chocolate Layer Cake; New York Style Cheesecake and Cream Puffs with Chocolate Sauce.
A vegetarian option is available at every meal.
Wine by the glass is available for purchase.
Trail Head
The hike to Bearpaw is 11.5 miles one-way, along the High Sierra Trail. The trailhead starts at Crescent Meadow, approximately ten miles south from Wuksachi Lodge. The elevation begins at 6,800 ft. and ends at 7,800 ft. The hike is considered moderate, with several creek crossings and dramatic views of the Great Western Divide. The average hike in/out takes approximately seven hours.
Pre-Planning
Wilderness Permits are required and free of charge, issued at the NPS Lodgepole Wilderness Office. For permit information, trail maps, conditions information, call 559-565-3761. Permits cannot be mailed; they must be picked up in person the morning of your Bearpaw arrival date. The Lodgepole Wilderness Office is open daily from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in summer; limited hours in the off-season. For current weather conditions, call 559-565-3341.
We recommend that you consider staying at Wuksachi Lodge the night before and after your hike, so you can acclimate yourself to the elevation and get a good night’s rest before hiking or driving home.
Reservations
Reservations for the summer season will be available as of January 2nd after 7 a.m. (PST) by calling 866-807-3598.
Cancellations throughout the year happen, so check back often for newly available dates online, or by calling our Reservations Office.
Bon Appetit Bearpaw
June 27-30 Instructor: Sequoia Field Institute Guide
In partnership with the Sequoia Natural History Association, Bearpaw is please to announce the Bon Appetit Bearpaw event! Join us for a culinary tour of Sequoia National Park. On your tour, you and your travel partners will get front country and backcountry cooking tips from the Executive Chef of the Wuksachi Lodge and Bearpaw Meadow High Sierra Camp. When we're not picking up tips of the trade, we'll be hiking trails exploring the local flora, fauna, geology, and cultural history of the high Sierra. Prime your taste buds, get ready for backcountry starry skies and compelling days on the trail. Price includes cooking demonstration classes, naturalist guide, and two night's stay at Bearpaw HIgh Sierra Camp. Meals included. Cost: $575 members, $661 non-members. Price is based upon double occupancy. Please call for other pricing options. Ages 16 and up.
To book, contact the Sequoia Natural History Association at 559-565-3759 or at http://www.sequoiahistory.org/. Don't delay - space is limited.
