Big Basin Redwoods State Park

  • 21600 Big Basin Way , Boulder Creek, California CA 95006
  • (831) 338-8860
  • Website

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If the family are looking for an active day out then bring them to this park for a day of trekking and exploring. Big Basin is the oldest State Park in California and has forests full of Ancient Coast Redwoods, waterfalls and a range of different environments for you to see. There are over 80km of trails that the family can follow.

Somewhere To Eat?

Food can be purchased in the general store located at the park Headquarters.

Want To Treat Yourself?

There's a general store selling food, camping essentials and refreshments.

Features

  • Outdoor
  • Open All Year

Category

Animals + Nature

Animals + Nature

Suitable For

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Claire's Tip

Claire's Tips
"Make sure you dress properly for your environment and be prepared if you're going for a trek and plan accordingly."

Price Information

  • All: Free

Facilities

TelephoneTent CabinsCampingMuseum

How To Get There

  • 21600 Big Basin Way , Boulder Creek, California CA 95006
  • (831) 338-8860
  • Website

Directions

The park is about 65 miles south of San Francisco. From Santa Cruz travel approx 25 miles northwest via Highways 9 and 236 to reach Park Headquarters. Park Headquarters is 9 miles north of the town of Boulder Creek on State Hwy 236. All roads into Big Basin are curvy. The Rancho Del Oso coastal unit of Big Basin is accessible on State Route 1, about 20 miles north of the city of Santa Cruz.

Static google map of Big Basin Redwoods State Park

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