Paicines, California · San Benito County · Visitor Center
Hey ranger, what plant is this? Hey ranger, what do condors look like? Ask questions, get information and view our park film inside the Bear Gulch Nature Center. Please note that this visitor center may be closed seasonally due to available staffing.
Hey ranger, what plant is this? Hey ranger, what do condors look like? Ask questions, get information and view our park film inside the Bear Gulch Nature Center. Please note that this visitor center may be closed seasonally due to available staffing.
Located on the east side of the park at the Bear Gulch Day Use Area.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Bear Gulch Nature Center? A few things to know before you go:
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