True that. The only Grizzlies left in California are on the state's flag.
The only time a Black Bear is dangerous is when people try to scare it away AFTER it's gotten into their camping food.
Since 1986, there have been 14 verified Mountain Lion attacks on humans. In other words, it's not something to worry about.
Criminals are mostly found in the city. They might be found at trail heads. Even in those places, people are less safe with a gun than without one. LOL at the idea a criminal would be a mile or so on foot in the wilderness, looking for a victim. Also, LOL at the idea that he would just stand and watch you reach for your weapon.
@twostrokenut , you carry a 9 mm Browning because you are fearful of very rare events. With your demonstrably bad judgement, you and people you care about are less safe when you carry that gun than when you don't. Gun owners like you are cowards.