Bearpaw High Sierra Camp
Nestled 11.5 miles into Sequoia's backcountry, high atop a 7,800-foot 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 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 at Bearpaw Camp. Box lunches can be purchased separately.
Numerous trails and day hikes, ranging from 3 to 18 miles round-trip begin from this High Sierra Camp. Great local lakes for fishing.
Download a printable PDF of Bearpaw policies and booking procedures (PDF - 60 kb).
Meals
You won't go hungry at Bearpaw High Sierra Camp! 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 Camp is 11.5 miles one-way, along the High Sierra Trail. The trailhead starts at Crescent Meadow, approximately 10 miles south from Wuksachi Lodge. The elevation begins at 6,800 feet and ends at 7,800 feet. 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.
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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
Bearpaw High Sierra Camp 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 on-line, or by calling our Reservations Office.
