Wolf Mountain Sanctuary

Lorena Fuentes

2024-01

It's one of my favorite places to visit every time I go on a big bear trip. I first found this place in 2015 and have been coming ever since. Staff is always friendly, and they take their time with their tours. Tania, the owner of the Sanctuary, is a beautiful, kind-hearted soul. I always enjoy talking to her. Since I've been there, there have been a few wolves that have passed. Tania and the staff take great care of them. It's a $25 donation per person for the tour. They also have a private tour with Tania, pricing on the website. It's definitely worth it, a memorable experience, and get to take pictures with wolves. How cool is that. It is a must visit. Saves the Wolves and go visit.

Stacy Chris Black

2024-04

What a magical place! We had the best time ever. My toddler loved the experience and the wolves loved him!Tonya is such a beautiful divine soul! She treated us like family! We will be back!

Jim Taylor

2024-04

We visited on Sunday 3/3/24. We had a wonderful time: two really, REALLY interesting guides and about seven wolves. A couple of the wolves were 95+% pure and the rest were 100%. The animals were well-behaved and even affectionate. We learned a lot and will likely return to the fairly remote location again.

Glow C

2024-04

This experience was so special to my son and I. Worth the time to go. Very educational and very lovely and dedicated people who care for these precious rescued wolves and wolfdogs. Highly recommend especially if you have a heart for wolves.

Luis V

2024-04

They take care of the wolf's, great experience to see them and touch 2 of them, beautiful creatures

Alyssa Montes

2024-03

I love this place! I have been 3 times and will go again. Thank you Tonya and team for taking care of these gorgeous animals. There is no place else you can cuddle with and get kisses from a wolf! ❤️

Tina Saunders

2023-11

Everyone here was amazing. Very knowledgeable about the animals. My granddaughter and i came away with a better understanding on what the impact that people can have on the wildlife. I am very thankful to them for this. Tonya has a wonderful spirit. If i lived closer i would visit every moment i had free.

Ariel Gill

2023-11

This was a really fun and educational tour! The staff was very friendly and it was so cool to see the animals up close. I would highly recommend it if you have an hour or two to spare.

Ramil Maximos

2023-09

An amazing experience and must do if you love wolves! Got to pet the wolves, pups and full grown. Tonya is wonderful! You even get to feed them.

Sadia Khan

2021-05

If you want to have a full one to one experience with a wolf, this is the place.You are allowed to interact with the wolves their as well as hear their storiesThe big bear lake is also like 20 miles from there.Let me make this clear it is not a zoo.This is a non profit organisation.They do not keep the wolves here for our pleasure or for money.These wolves wouldn’t be able to survive in the wild. So they rescue them and take care of them.And if you like you can even volunteer there.You can also buy a t-shirt or a souvenir from there.

Candie Koehn

2023-05

Wolf Mountain Sanctuary is an amazing place. The place, the wolves, and owner Tonya will help bring your soul peace and help your heart sing. I believe my time at the sanctuary has brought me healing on all levels. The experience is profound.You get the opportunity to pet wolves and may even be kissed by one.

Wikid Kissz

2021-05

Tonya and all her people are so awesome. We had an amazing time. Wasn't expecting for them to let us in because we came with a small child and we didn't have an appointment. But Tonya came out and told them to let us in. Holan is so pretty and so sweet. We got to pet some of the wolves and learn their story about how they came to the sanctuary. They're doing great things and helping the wolves. The gift shop has really cute stuff. It was a great experience and I highly recommend visiting.

Marlon Bonnuci

2023-08

Excellent Experience! When you pet them, you can feel the magic of such great predator, powerful and fearless.

Leila Snowpaw

2019-05

If you love nature and you adore wolves as much as I do, this place is definitely a once in a lifetime experience. Getting to see and pet the wolves was surreal. Do keep in mind that wearing hats or various jewlery may not be the best idea. Wolves will steal them!

Stacy Smith

2021-05

Absolutely Amazing!! This experience with the wolves was one of a kind and absolutely wonderful, the same goes for the owner Tonya and her volunteers who are all knowledgeable, loving, and treat these wolves like you would your children!! Definitely a must visit!!

Johnny Glass

2023-05

This was one of the best experiences of my life. Tanya and her crew are so welcoming and informative. Getting to meet and spend time with her pack was absolutely incredible. Can't wait for a return trip

Jim Grey

2022-05

We had a great great time. The staff were fantastic! They are all knowledgeable, well trained and caring for these beautiful wolves! It was definitely a pleasure and we will return often. Support the care and feeding if you can. They do not receive any funding except through donations!

Shirley Bridgeford

2022-05

Had my Maternity Shoot at the Wolf Sanctuary❤🐺. Such a Beautiful Experience! One that I will remember for the rest of my life. They are such amazing creatures. Tonya is an incredible person with a Big Heart. Welcomed us with open arms into her Pack. I definitely recommend going to see the Wolfs! We should all Support this Sanctuary!I plan on going back once my baby is born.

Susie Andric

2023-10

The most magical place, true magic happens here.The owner is a remarkable woman and her guide Isana was so welcoming and kind. The knowledge they shared was invaluable. Interacting with their beautiful wolves was an honour and an experience like no other. We were on cloud 9! What an amazing day. Thank you Tonya and Isana for all your kindness, professionalism and what you do for the wolves.

Cheryl Morris

2022-05

Awesome experience. Sarah was an amazing guide. Wolves are very interactive and gentle. Donate!!! They are expanding.

Crystal Velasco

2021-05

The best experience. Everyone was extremely friendly. The wolves are just magical. Thank you Tania and team for opening up your doors for us to enjoy these beautiful beings.

Jessica Progar

2023-10

This is a wonderful place to visit and learn about wolves. You can touch some of the wolves and take pictures with them. Staff is super friendly. Mama Tonya is the most incredible women you will ever meet! ❤️

Mandy Kirby

2021-05

The love these people have for these majestic animals is very evident. We truly feel blessed to have been able to learn so much and to have such an incredible, interactive experience with the wolves

Ginger Grant

2023-11

Really cool place. It's grassroots and they are about to move to a new expanded location. The staff is deeply rooted in their knowing and spiritual ways and offer such powerful medicine through the care and the honoring of the wolves.

Heidi Hausmann

2018-05

While I wish I were affluent and could help these fine folks and wolves move closer to Big Bear area, I must say my experience at Wolf Mountain was a most humbling and awe-inspiring one.Tonya is an amazing Woman and her love and knowledge of Wolves speaks volumes as our Group was given a hands on, totally interactive "tour" up close and personal Encounter with several gorgeous Wolves.We will definitely bring various visitors back when back in town. Worth every penny and wish many would donate more. These animals are truly exquisite.

Paul Demascus

2023-11

The staff here are very friendly and welcoming. They were very gracious to take us in at the last minute. First time petting a full wolf, and it was awesome! 🐺😲😃

Roger Soto

2020-05

Tonya is truely an angel to these wolves. She really cares and loves what she does. Come and spend the day with her and her wolves. A true gem in the middle of the desert.

Emma Hromcik

2023-05

100% recommend and can't wait to come back! Tonya and her team are amazing with the wolves and you can tell they really care for them and want what's best! We got to meet 3 of them and have the chance to pet them! When one of the wolves got anxious, they understood that she was uncomfortable and put her back in her home. They were so informative and kind! Love them and love what they are able to do!

Patsy Johnston

2023-11

Had a wonderful time,the wolves were so incredible and the owner was such a character, very funny and so knowledgeable! It was a great experience!

McKayla Lopez

2024-04

PHOTOGRAPHERS BEWARE: there is a big sign outside that says "$25 per person... Bring your camera!" But you will be given a hard time once you start shooting. Tonya said we could come inside once we were signed in and walked away to speak to a bigger group of people. My group and I went inside and I started taking pictures of the wolves. Tonya comes back and very rudely asks if me if I know what wolves I can take pictures of. I stand there speechless and confused because the sign outside literally says bring your camera and there are no signs on the kennels with restrictions about what wolves cannot be photographed. When I fail to respond right away she says "Excuse me I'm talking to you! Do you know what wolves you can and can't take pictures of?" So I say "No." And she proceeds to tell everyone two wolves are in a legal battle and cannot be photographed and they are the only wolves you cannot take pictures of. She also lectures me on asking first, as if they don't have a giant sign outside saying to bring in cameras. Plenty of people were taking out their phones for pictures, but I believe I got singled out for having an actual camera. I just think the situation was very unprofessional on her part and could have been handled better. How was I supposed to know? You can either post signs of photo restrictions or tell the entire tour group before going inside instead of inviting them inside and expecting them to know everything when no one took the time to explain any restrictions on photos to us before going in. All they told us was what to remove from our pockets. I won't be the last person to make this mistake until then. I enjoyed the tour otherwise, but this almost ruined it for me. It was my birthday and this was the way I was treated.UPDATE: since it appears this facility has updated their initial response to me, I will do the same to set the record straight.First of all, you admit you you made an assumption because I had "a rather nice and professional camera" which should be seen by everyone as the first red flag. I was a 19 year old girl at the time on a double-date with my friend and her boyfriend. Not a professional photographer at all. So why would I volunteer information that doesn't apply to me? I received it as a gift for my BIRTHDAY and was excited to bring it to the sanctuary where I was rudely yelled at in front of a crowd and yelled at a second time when I failed to answer the question because I was stunned into silence by such an abrupt, aggressive behavior. I was a KID. Shame on you!There's nothing wrong with pulling someone aside and explaining your policies politely, but that is NOT what happened. You publicly humiliated a teenage girl in front of other customers on the tour and even stated yourself that "we don't really want to put a sign up." If that's the case, then take some responsibility and act professional. Don't try to incriminate someone on a Google review using blatant assumptions just to cover your tracks and save face.I did not argue with Tonya at all. My friends and I were afraid of being kicked out and having our day ruined even further so we remained silent to finish our experience with the wolves instead of driving 45minutes for nothing.I do see now that your website has been updated as you quoted in your edited reply. I believe this was highly needed and probably only happened due to my Google review. Nevertheless, at least any other hobbiest photographers will have some type of warning.I only wish I could update this review with the screenshots I took in case you edit your response again, but I digress.Do better.