Big Basin Main Day Use Visitor Center

Join Interpreter Erin on a 2025 First Day Hike!What to Expect: This moderately difficult tostrenuous hike with an 800-foot elevation gain will take you up the Dool Trail,along the Middle Ridge fire road, down the Meteor Trail, and back on the lowerportion of the Skyline to the Sea Trail next to Opal Creek. Length of Hike: 5.5 mile, 3 hoursPreparation: Dress in layers, including raingear if necessary, and bring a hat for sun protection. Sturdy hiking shoes orboots recommended. Bring water, two liters recommended, and snacks and/orlunch. There is NO potable water in Big Basin. Water may be purchased for $3per 16-ounce aluminum can. Special Instructions: The hike will happen rainor shine, but the route may be altered depending on weather conditions. Highwinds will cancel. Parking: Parking is $10 per car payable by debit, credit, or Apple Pay only. No cash accepted. Parking may be reserved ahead of time for $8. Details: https://www.cognitoforms.com/FSCSP1/bigbasinparkingAges: Recommended for ages 10 and up. Childrenmust be accompanied by an adult. Pets allowed? No 

Join Ranger Brian on early morning First Day Hike!What to Expect: This .7 mile loop trail features slight elevation gains. Big Basin is a forest in recovery following the devastating CZU Fire of 2020. Throughout the hike we'll discuss the role that fire plays in the area's ecology, and the past and future of Big Basin. Length of Hike: 0.7 mile, 1 hoursPreparation: Dress in layers, including raingear. Sturdy hiking boots or shoes are recommended. Mornings in Big Basin can be foggy and damp. There is currently no potable water in Big Basin, so bring bottled water or purchase at the kiosk. Special Instructions: The hike will happen rain or shine. The trail may be muddy and slippery, so shoes with ankle support are recommended. The most direct route to Big Basin is from Highway 236 from downtown Boulder Creek. Parking: Parking is $10 per car payable by debit, credit, or Apple Pay only. No cash accepted. Parking may be reserved ahead of time for $8. Details: https://www.cognitoforms.com/FSCSP1/bigbasinparkingAges: All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pets allowed? No