Big Basin Redwoods Camping – Big Basin State Park
By far, one of the best Redwood State Parks near the San Francisco Bay Area. Very popular on weekends and all summer long. Reservations are recommended. Open all year!
These are the majestic Santa Cruz redwood forests, located behind Boulder Creek, California. Off of Hwy 9, this redwood park has awesome hiking, easy access & overnight accommodations to suit your style. Stay in a tent cabin, a developed campground or use the walk-in camp sites for a real natural setting.

Big Basin Redwood Campgrounds
184 camp spots include:
- 74 tent campsites
- 38 walk-in sites
- 41 tent cabins
- 31 RV campsites (27′ max)
Additionally there are 40 hike-in camp sites & 4 group camps, by reservation.
RESERVE a CAMP SITE or TENT CABIN in the REDWOODS
If you prefer not to camp out among the ferns & the forest, then the tent cabin may be the way to go, or there are several dozen inns nearby. Select the towns below for lodging options.
Big Basin Redwoods State Park Campground
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