Blue Sky Ecological Reserve

Trails are open for hiking and nature observation.  To allow for vegetation to regenerate naturally, we ask that you stay on designated trails and follow signs regarding closed areas.  Wildlife is especially vulnerable during this recovery period and we urge pet owners to keep their pets on a leash of 6 feet or less.

Blue Sky looks dramatically different from before the Witch Creek fire raged through the canyon in October 2007 and regular visitors will be able to experience how nature restores itself after a wildfire. Hillsides are covered with glorious wildflowers, oaks are resprouting and wildlife is returning. We invite you to come out and see for yourself!

Please remember that the Reserve is subject to Witch Creek Fire related closures as we schedule future work on the Green Valley Truck Trail.

View or download our July/August Activity Flyer

View or download our September/October Activity Flyer

Click Here for an update on what's currently happening in the Reserve.

Click Here to view RECENT PHOTOS at our "DOCENTS CORNER".

If you are interested in working on volunteer projects, please click on the link below for a Volunteer Service Agreement form, and mail the signed form to: City of Poway/Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, PO Box 789, Poway, CA 92074.

Volunteer Service Agreement Form

Monetary donations would also be very much appreciated to help offset the cost of restoration projects. Please make your check payable to the "City of Poway--Blue Sky Trust Fund", and 100% of your donation will go directly to restoration efforts at Blue Sky.

Mail directly to:
City of Poway
Blue Sky Trust Fund
P.O. Box 789, Poway CA 92074-0789

Blue Sky Ecological Reserve is managed by the City of Poway, California Department of Fish and Game, and the County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation, with support from the non-profit Friends of Blue Sky Canyon.