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Camp at Rancho del Oso and Explore Santa Cruz’s North Coast

Just south of the San Mateo County line along Highway 1 lies Big Basin's Rancho del Oso that offers camping, hiking, and access to beautiful Waddell Beach. 

By Hilltromper Staff

Nov. 8, 2023—Rancho del Oso is the coastal gateway to Big Basin Redwoods State Park, located approximately 15 miles south of Pescadero and 18 miles north of Santa Cruz on Highway 1, across from Waddell Beach. Overnight camping reopened this past summer for the first time after the CZU Fire tore through the area three years ago. The open secret is that the campground remains open this fall and winter with lots to explore, so don’t put that gear back into storage! 

Read the full article over on Hilltromper Santa Cruz: Camp at Rancho del Oso and Visit the New Welcome Center.

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