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Visit the California Wolf Center

Come explore San Diego County’s only wolf reserve! Discover fascinating wolf facts,
meet our resident wolf packs, and gain unique insights into wolf conservation.

Please note: All tours are available by reservation only.
Be sure to book in advance for one of our three educational tours to secure your spot!

Conservation Facility Location: Tall Pine Rd & K Q Ranch Rd, Julian, CA 92036 - Tour reservations are required before visiting.

Visit the Wolf Center Nature Store

Visit our Nature Store in the heart of downtown Julian, CA
for educational exhibits and wildlife-themed gifts.

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Address
California Wolf Center Nature Store
2775 B St.
Julian, CA 92036

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Daily Hours
Monday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Our Mission: Create a sustainable future in which wolves and people share a healthy ecosystem.

California Wolf Center's focus is primarily on two fronts: Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery and California Wolf Recovery.

CWC has been an active member of the AZA SAFE Mexican Wolf program since its early inception almost 30 years ago when it was part of the Species Survival Plan (SSP). Since being listed as critically endangered in 1976, the AZA SAFE Mexican Wolf program has successfully brought Mexican Wolf wild populations from just 7 individuals to close to 300 individuals throughout parts of Arizona, New Mexico, and Mexico.

Since 2011 wolves have been naturally dispersing into California. In 2014 the first resident pack was established and wolves have lived in the state continuously ever since. Unlike other famous reintroduction efforts like Yellowstone or Colorado, there has never been a release program for wolves into California. Wolves are naturally dispersing into California thanks to legal protections. Through CWC's conservation efforts and public education, we work to ensure that wolves, livestock, and people can peacefully thrive in today's world.

Help Us Save Wolves

 

How You Can Directly Help Wolves

There are many ways you can help save wild wolves!

Donate

Help us continue our vital work in ensuring the successful return and protection of wolves in the wild.

Sponsor a Wolf

Support our resident wolves as well as wolves in the wild through a tax-deductible honorary adoption

Membership

Join our pack to become part of the wild wolf recovery movement and receive exclusive membership perks and discounts.

Volunteer

Get involved in wolf conservation by joining our volunteer program where helpers of all experience levels are welcome.

Tribute

Add your legacy to the California Wolf Center’s property in the form of an engraved brick, paver, or plaque.

Shop

Browse unique wolf and wildlife-themed gifts
that further support our mission.

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