Wild Bear Lodge

Why we like Wild Bear Lodge

Not only are Julius and Kristin dedicated to their guests, but they are also passionate about their environment and conserving the fragile eco-system and communities that surround them. While they adhere to good environmental policies they are also active advocates for bear conservation and led the successful fight to ban grizzly bear hunting in British Columbia which came into effect in December 2017.

Authentic bear-viewing is the focus at Wild Bear Lodge, where all viewing is carried out on foot or by raft with minimal impact.

Activities

Activities at Grizzly Bear Ranch are seasonal. In the spring, birding and general wildlife viewing are the prime activities. Coyotes, elk, porcupine and sometimes moose, beavers and otters can be observed. Though rare, mountain lion, wolves, lynx, bobcats and the elusive wolverine are all in the area. Black bears are the most likely bear to see during May and June, but grizzlies may be seen too. The summer months offer spectacular high alpine hiking as well as white-water rafting and the warmer evenings allow for riverside barbeques and campfires. Autumn is the prime time for grizzly bear viewing as they feast on sock-eye salmon and berries before hibernation.

Facilities

• Wireless internet
• Small nature library, including wildlife documentaries to watch
• Evening presentations on the wildlife of the area
• Children are welcome but must be aged 14 years and over during autumn and spring. In the summer season the age drops to eight years.