Big Basin Redwoods Sp Huckleberry Tent Cabins
Closed indefinitely due to the August 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire. All campgrounds at Big Basin remain closed while the park undergoes a multi-year reconstruction effort. The Huckleberry area is planned for rebuilding, but no reopening timeline has been announced. Day-use access with limited trails is available by parking reservation.
Heat Advisory issued August 8 at 9:42PM PDT until August 9 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Daytime highs in the mid 90s to low 100s. Nighttime lows in the mid 60s in the hills to low 80s (especially in the higher elevations). * WHERE...The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, The East Bay Hills and Valleys, Western Sonoma County Hills, The Santa Cruz Mountains, Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, Most of San Benito County and the Cholame Hills in Southeast Monterey County, North Bay Interior Mountains, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The hottest locations will be across the far interior.
About
The Huckleberry Tent Cabins at Big Basin Redwoods State Park provided a unique overnight experience among some of the tallest and oldest coast redwoods in California. Located within California's first state park, established in 1902, campers could sleep beneath towering ancient trees that have stood for over a thousand years. The tent cabins offered a middle ground between traditional tent camping and cabin rentals, featuring canvas-sided structures with beds. Guests brought their own bedding and sleeping bags, as linens were not provided. The campground included shared restroom facilities with a combination building adjacent to the camping area and outdoor utility sinks. The CZU Lightning Complex Fire in August 2020 devastated 97% of Big Basin Redwoods State Park, destroying all campground infrastructure including the Huckleberry Tent Cabins. California State Parks has developed a rebuilding plan that includes reconstructing campgrounds on the edges of the old growth forest at Huckleberry and other areas. The rebuilt facilities will include car camping, cabins, small group sites, large group campsites, walk-in sites, and trail camps. Construction will proceed in phases over several years, though no specific reopening date has been announced.
Directions
From Santa Cruz, take Highway 9 north through Boulder Creek. Turn left onto Highway 236 and continue approximately 9 miles to the park entrance. The park is located at 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006. Note that day-use access currently requires advance parking reservations due to limited capacity during the reconstruction period.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $102 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (831) 338-8860 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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