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James Reserve

James Reserve

James San Jacinto Mountains and Oasis de los Osos Reserves

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Where is the nearest store/gas station?

The nearest convenience store/gas station is in Pine Cove, 5 miles south of the James Reserve. The closest grocery store is in Idyllwild, 10 miles south of the Reserve. By town order, there are no chain food or variety stores in Idyllwild but an assortment of local owed stores provide a wide array of products for sale. Unless you are planning on driving to Pine Cove or Idyllwild, you should plan on bringing all that you need for your stay at the James.

The nearest conveniences to Oasis de los Osos are located more than 10 miles north (Cabazon) or south (Palm Springs). The local village of Snow Creek has no public facilities.

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Live feed cameras

Live feed view of the bird feeders at the James Reserve. The Reserve has a high diversity of bird life and multiple feeders are in place. Due to recent bear activity the feeders and the cameras have been temporarily discontinued.

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Important Reserve Guidelines

  • Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the Reserve.
  • Open fires are limited to the barbecues
  • No Pets are permitted on the Reserve.
  • You are responsible for cleaning up after yourselves.
  • Please conserve electricity by turning off all lights when not in use, especially the bathrooms.
  • Please minimize use of water as it takes electricity to pump the water.
  • Except when unloading, all vehicles are to be parked in the lower parking area (see map).
  • Both Reserve gates are to remain locked at all times.

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