An exotic animal sanctuary and educational facility in Alpine, CA

Situated on 93 acres outside of Alpine, California, on the edge of the Cleveland National Forest, Lions Tigers & Bears is an animal sanctuary for rescued big cats, bears and other exotic animals in beautiful San Diego County. Nestled in a scenic landscape of majestic oak trees, meadows, and rolling hills, our sanctuary offers an idyllic, natural habitat for more than 60 animals who have been neglected and abused in captivity across the country.

The ranch provides a peaceful refuge for the animals to live with dignity in a safe, nurturing environment, where they can run, play, swim and enjoy fresh air. Your membership, sponsorship, and support mean the world to us and ensure the animals get a second chance at a better tomorrow.

Celebrate in the Natural Beauty of the Ranch

Gather with family, friends and colleagues at Lions Tigers & Bears. Our animal sanctuary and ranch offer beautiful outdoor spaces, grassy lawns and meadows, and a covered pavilion surrounded by the animals who call Lions Tigers & Bears home.

The pristine landscape offers a natural canvas for designing the perfect wedding ceremony, reception, birthday party, corporate event, or team-building retreat. Celebrate and come together in a serene country setting with picturesque views that inspire romance, adventure and the spirit of awareness.

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Our Mission

Lions Tigers & Bears is dedicated to providing a safe haven to abused and abandoned exotic animals and to inspiring an educational forum to end the exotic animal trade. As a state and federally licensed 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a NO KILL, NO BREED sanctuary that allows the animals in our care to live out their lives with dignity in a caring and safe environment.

Thanksgiving Turkey Bash

A few spaces remain for our Turkey Bash this Friday (11/26) & Saturday (11/27)! RSVP now to watch our big cats and bears devour their Thanksgiving Feast. Turkey Bash is a special twist on our regularly scheduled 10 AM guided educational visit.

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#GivingTuesday

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT FOR ANIMALS

The global day of giving is Tues 11/30 and we have a goal to raise $30,000 for the lifetime care of our animals. That's food, veterinary care, medicine, spacious habitats, toys and enrichment - it all adds up! Thanks to Carlee & Laurie McGrath and a generous sanctuary member, every donation made up to $20,000 will be matched dollar-for-dollar. That means YOUR impact for the animals will go even further. So don't delay help us meet our goal to provide for the animals this #GivingTuesday!

Christmas with the Animals Fundraiser

Come watch the animals open their Christmas presents during our Christmas with the Animals Fundraiser! Make your list and check it twice while your shop for incredible finds in our gift shop, enjoy some hot cocoa, and many other festive surprises in store during this afternoon of fun at the sanctuary.

Festive Gift Guide

It's the most festive time of year! So as you shop for your friends, family, co-workers and other special people in your life - why not give a gift that will also make a big impact for the majestic animals of Lions Tigers & Bears? Check out our Festive Gift Guide today!

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What 'Tiger King' Doesn't Tell You

The Netflix docuseries, Tiger King, has taken the internet by storm, sending shockwaves and loads of memes across the interweb, all while rising to the ranks of the #1 series on the streaming service. However, the docuseries fell short in its depiction of the reality that captive big cats endure when exploited for profit in the U.S. Click below to learn more.

Virtual Meet n' Greet

Invite a big cat or bear to your next meeting!

Invite a big cat or bear to your next virtual meeting - and it will be guaranteed to be one that your co-workers or friends and family will never forget! Are you practicing social distancing? Does that mean virtual meetings are your new norm? Lions Tigers & Bears' WILD VIRTUAL Meet n' Greets are the perfect way to shake up the monotony of your virtual meetings - and the best part is - your participating benefits the animals!

Donor Spotlight

"When I was invited by friends to go visit Lions Tigers & Bears three years ago, I was very skeptical. I am NOT a fan of zoos. I am not a fan of animals in captivity of any kind. And even after I was assured that this was not a zoo I still had my doubts."

Read the rest of the Bowlen's story and find out how they became avid supporters of our sanctuary.