Big Basin Redwoods State Park

This state park preserves large coast redwoods and offers family-friendly trails and redwood grove viewing. Amenities include a visitor center with exhibits, guided interpretive walks, and picnic areas; the coastal Rancho del Oso unit has no day-use fee. Short, stroller-friendly trails make it ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.

Category

Park

Where

20580 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, California 95006, United States

Hours

Accessibility

Parking
Paid · Parking lot · Day-use parking available by reservation during limited access; standard fee noted on site: $6 per vehicle plus $2 reservation fee, or $10 per vehicle without a reservation. No oversized vehicles or trailers can be accommodated for day-use parking. Reservation link referenced on park page: https://www.cognitoforms.com/FSCSP1/bigbasinparking
Restroom
Standard

Rules

* Dogs must be on leash at all times; allowed in parking areas and for two miles along the North Escape Road but are prohibited in the Rancho del Oso area and on Waddell State Beach. * Feeding wildlife is prohibited; dispose of food and trash properly. * No drones or unmanned aircraft (UAS) are allowed in the park. * Bicycles and horses are allowed on fire roads but are not permitted on park trails. * No oversized vehicles or trailers are accommodated for day-use parking.

Contact

Phone
(831) 338-8860
Website
https://www.parks.ca.gov/bigbasin