Wind Wolves Preserve

Category: Nature preserve

Address: 16019 CA-166, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA

Phone: +16618581115

Reviews

G.E.P.

Jun 5, 2022

Pretty and isolated, but it’s quite the drive.

Curtis Lannom

May 11, 2022

It is a nice place to do some hiking at the south end of the San Joaquin valley. Some of the trails are pretty easy hikes with some being a bit steeper. Some wildlife are out and about depending on time of day and weather.

Cade Nicholson

Apr 23, 2022

Super pretty reserve! I hiked Tule Elk Trail. It was about 3 miles total and it was a straight up hill hike to the top. I was able to do the whole hike in about an hour but it could easily take 1-3 depending on your physical stamina. There was a small waterfall and plenty of different trails to take! It’s free to enter and is open from 8am - 6pm. I’d recommend visiting!

Miguel Iniguez

Apr 13, 2022

Fun place come when it's earlier in the day sun's hotter in the evening but pretty empty in the morning just make sure to bring plenty of water bug spray and be careful tons of wildlife

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Questions & Answers

Are there any wolves there?

Taya Kares | Sep 10, 2021
PingPongBallZ | Sep 11, 2018

Naw just wind

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Good for toddlers?

Richard Russell | Sep 10, 2020
Stevie Hirsch | Sep 10, 2020

I think you can take little ones there. There are some easy paths that they could handle. Great way to expose them to nature 😀

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Are there restrooms ?

steppenslow | Sep 11, 2019
Rodolfo R. | Sep 10, 2021

Yes

Are the rivers and ponds in the preserve natural or artificially put there.?

sergio Espinoza | Sep 11, 2019
R. Gabriela Curiel | Sep 11, 2019

At the camp ground, I believe the creek is artificial as when we got there, it wasn't running then after an hour or so the creeks started to run. I couldn't comment on the ponds origination, but it was pretty cool; lots of frogs & toads. We did run into several snakes; mostly young snakes. There's not a lot of shade on the trails so start early, lots of sunblock and big enough hat for protection.

Is it open on Christmas day?

Christian Castillo | Sep 11, 2019
Dean Fowler | Sep 11, 2019

No. Also closed Xmas Eve, New Years Eve, and New Years Day.

Are horses allowed? It would be a fantastic place for trail riding!

Robin Jaske | Apr 13, 2022
Remer J | Apr 13, 2022

Because of some negative experiences with equestrians and a lack of a management plan for equestrian use, horses are not allowed in the preserve at this time.

Can you stargaze there?

Anime Ari | Apr 13, 2022
Joe Gonzalez | Apr 13, 2022

The only thing is you can't stay inside wind wovles because they close the gates at 6 so if you would stargaze it would have to be outside the gates

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can we camp on top of any mountain?

Lokesh Kamboj | Sep 10, 2020
Jae Wook Park | Sep 10, 2020

Yes,some where

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Are there dogs there

jessica vancleave | Sep 11, 2019
Jessie Sousa | Sep 11, 2019

Yes

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Are dogs allowed on the trail?

brandon wolf | Sep 11, 2019
Tess Willhelm | Sep 11, 2019

Yes, but please keep them leashed.

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If we drove in in an RV is there plenty of room to turn around

Debby Grisanti | Sep 11, 2018
Dean Fowler | Sep 11, 2019

The sign before main entrance states "No RVs beyond this point"

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can you have a wedding ceremony?

Arely Lozano | Sep 11, 2018
Dave Davis | Sep 11, 2018

It would be a good place as long as you are willing to bring in almost everything needed and as long as the impact of the event is in accord with the mission of the preserve. It's a very bare bones place. There's very little infrastructure. The staff of the Wildlands Conservancy can be reached by phone to answer questions. During the cooler months - especially in the spring it would be a pretty setting for a wedding. I don't think James above is referring to the right location. There are no Parks reps. It's not a public facility under the purview of city or county Parks and Recreation nor is it anywhere near Lake Ming.

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Can you camp here

morgan-rochelle Reyes | Sep 11, 2018
Rakesh Samtani | Sep 11, 2018

Yes you can , call in to reserve your spot. Enjoy.

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It has some cost

Brenda Salinas | Sep 11, 2018
Goben Vargas | Sep 11, 2018

No, it's free, you only need to register at the entrance 👍👍👍👍

How can you avoid snakes from going near your tent?

Omar Barbosa | Jun 12, 2022
g shute | Jul 12, 2022

Camp at the beach.

Can you have a wedding there ? How much does it cost

Ashley Stevens | Oct 15, 2021
Ernesto Hernandez | Oct 15, 2021

Im sure you can, but I am not 100% on this so don't quote me lol

Can you take your dogs.

Cynthia DELBosque | Sep 10, 2021
CaptainHowdy | Sep 10, 2021

Yes, but they have to be on a leash 🙂

Can you ride mountain bikes there?

Jason Gloria | Sep 10, 2020
Tony Peeks Collier | Sep 10, 2020

Yep

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Can you see the Spanish mines ?

Steve Cheatwood | Sep 10, 2020
Ellen Robinson | Sep 10, 2020

We didn't see them. You probably need to hike one of the many trails to find it. There is a huge map of the area at the ranger building.

Can you ride horses here

Maurilio Osornio | Sep 11, 2019
Breanna Law | Sep 11, 2019

As of now, I don't believe there are any equine trails on Wind Wolves property.

Do we need a guide?

Karla Mendoza | Sep 11, 2019
Samuel Ayon | Sep 11, 2019

Nah it's simple self guiding look for mile markers throughout the hikes but honestly it's too hot too hike out there any time after 11am during this time of season

Where can I find tarantulas at this location? Would love to take pictures!

Sean Torres | Sep 11, 2019
Daniel Salinas | Sep 11, 2019

If they are there. There will be someone there to direct you to the best place to find. Be prepare to search.

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How far into the park is the waterfall

Alexis Arreola | Sep 11, 2019
debi | Sep 11, 2019

The water fall is not very big but its close by the bridge under it

Can you use a jogging stroller in the trails?

Star Jasso | Sep 11, 2019
R. Gabriela Curiel | Sep 11, 2019

Yes, I saw some mother's with jogging stroller a on some trails... But not all trails are stroller friendly.

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Can I go to San Francisco from this wa. Walking.

Emilia Cotto | Sep 11, 2019
Alysun Seablom | Sep 11, 2019

Definitely

What time does it close?

darcbrova7 | Sep 11, 2019
Stevie Hirsch | Sep 11, 2019

6PM😁 Great place!

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Can you take your kids hiking? Or is this trail to tough for a 6 year old??

Panda Playz | Sep 11, 2019
James | Sep 11, 2019

The trail by the river and the camp picnic area is easy to navigate and really fun for kids. First place you come to when you enter the park.

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How much do they charge.

Jose&joe Segura | Sep 11, 2019
franck situ | Sep 11, 2019

It's free, but donation is recommended.

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Do they charge?

Maria mendez | Sep 11, 2019
franck situ | Sep 11, 2019

Everything is free, but it's recommend that people donate money to support this noproffit preserve.

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What's the best trail for wild flowers?

Christian Castillo | Sep 11, 2019
franck situ | Sep 11, 2019

Wildflower Loop Trail

What's the best time to go for wild flowers this spring?

Christian Castillo | Sep 11, 2019
Dave Davis | Sep 11, 2019

Best guess, around the second week in March. We should have some warm days to get the blooming started.

Is it open on Presidents’ Day

Nandini Kamboj | Sep 11, 2019
Dave Davis | Sep 11, 2019

Yeah. I don't know of many days they're closed. I think maybe Christmas and Thanksgiving.

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Can you ride horses on the trails?

Zoe Tucker | Sep 11, 2019
Rakesh Samtani | Sep 11, 2019

Unfortunately for the moment they do not allow it, but they are considering it for the future.

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does it cost?

JAY G | Sep 11, 2019
Rakesh Samtani | Sep 11, 2019

It's free to the public. Enjoy.

can i take my dogs in the trails

Oscar Gonzalez | Sep 11, 2019
The Artistic Foodie | Sep 11, 2019

Yes you can, but they do ask that you pick up after them. Waste bags are available at the start of the trails.

Can I ride my motorcycle there to camp?

Caroline Park | Sep 11, 2019
Dave Davis | Sep 11, 2019

Yes. The campsites are moto accessible.

Can parents go there in school field trip

Rocha Sisters | Sep 11, 2019
Ralph Berlanga | Sep 11, 2019

I'm not sure on that. You can give wind wolves a call and find out. I'm sure they will.

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What animals have been spot

Juana Valencia Copeland | Sep 11, 2018
Charles Shinn | Sep 11, 2018

I spotted these on my last visit: 2 Tule Elk herds, a coyote and many rabbits. Not to mention several varieties of birds and some reptiles. Bring small binoculars because the Tule Elk are seen at a distance.

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Is it a place to camp?

Uriel Rosales | Sep 11, 2018
Ella Pennington | Sep 11, 2018

Si. Yes.

Does the campsite have showers ??

reyde tucorazon | Sep 11, 2018
Jonathan | Sep 11, 2018

I second that... No showers

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