The movie “Escape to Grizzly Mountain” is a heartwarming adventure that hit the screens in 2000. Coordinated by Anthony Dalesandro, the film centers around an adolescent boy, Jimmy, who alongside nature-loving mountain man, Jeremiah, embarks on a mission to save a mistreated bear cub. This article unfolds the fascinating details on where exactly the film was shot, who were the lead cast members, as well as some intriguing trivia and production facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
“Escape to Grizzly Mountain” was filmed across multiple locations in the United States. Filming mainly took place in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Additionally, the production team captured key scenes in the stunning Bronson Canyon, Griffith Park, located in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Other filming locations include Payson, Arizona, and Lake Hughes, California. These locations offered the perfect backdrop for the incredible adventure depicted in the movie. The filming process kicked off in March 1999 and concluded in May 1999. 
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dan Haggerty | Jeremiah |
| Jan-Michael Vincent | Trapper |
| Miko Hughes | Jimmy |
| Cody McMains | Rollie |
| Ellina McCormick | Linda Dobson |
| Nik Winterhawk | Charlie |
| bear keeper | |
| Cynthia Palmer | Aunt Molly |
| John J. Dalesandro | Muckler |
| Charlotte Dodds | Natasha |
| Miles O’Keeffe | Officer Collins |
| William Stallings | Officer Nichols |
| Sam Scarber | Desk Sergeant |
| Gloria Iglesias | Hiker 1 |
| Bobbie Thomas | Hiker 2 |
| Steven Erdek | Hiker 3 |
| Jay Tavare | Tukayoo |
| Dennis Fimple | Farmer |
| Colin Malone | Cell Drunk |
| Shannon Welles | Gardener |
| Jason De Hoyos | Indian Man |
| Tracie Amico | Indian Woman |
| Charity Nicole James | Escalator Woman |
| Alexandra Shraub | Mall Kid 1 |
| Anat Shraub | Mall Kid 2 |
| Larry Layton | Circus Roustabout |
| Michael Fino | Cotton Candy Buyer |
| Hayley Jackson Sawyers | Child at circus |
| Whopper | Bear |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was a family drama that ran for about 95 minutes.
- The film starred Dan Haggerty as Jeremiah, Jan-Michael Vincent as Trapper, and Miko Hughes as Jimmy.
- The film bagged 2 nominations at the awards.
- The film’s screenplay was written by Boon Collins, Lisa Dalesandro, and Eric Parkinson.
- In addition to the human cast was a bear known as Whopper, which added a unique touch to the film.
- The movie was produced under the banner of Emmett/Furla Oasis Films and Miracle Entertainment.
- The film marked Anthony Dalesandro’s directorial journey.
- The movie was not in any way related to the “Grizzly Adams” television series.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Ruidoso, New Mexico, USA
- Latitude: 33.3338601
- Longitude: -105.6813321
- Place ID: ChIJIZ9Ij-vW4YYRZqtSIEB1if4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Ruidoso, NM, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Bronson Canyon, Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1213309
- Longitude: -118.3143371
- Place ID: ChIJZfmxCXq_woARZQU-Q38mf14
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bronson Caves, 3200 Canyon Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Payson, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 34.2308684
- Longitude: -111.3251355
- Place ID: ChIJfRo-at0QLIcRL9o6WPz44I0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Payson, AZ 85541, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Lake Hughes, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.6773324
- Longitude: -118.4525466
- Place ID: ChIJvxD8ylZuwoARDsEWzTLKEHM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Lake Hughes, CA 93532, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
