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Price
$15/night
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Season
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Unknown
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37.1151, -122.2688
Thru-hikers or bikers finishing the Skyline-to-the-Sea route who need a $15 overnight spot near the coast. Spring is the sweet spot: green riparian scenery, strong creek flow, and dust mostly absent. Grab a creek-side site and bring all your own water.
Anyone wanting privacy will be disappointed. Sites sit close together, the clearing offers little buffer, and the sites nearest the vault toilet carry the smell. No potable water, no fire rings, no tables. If those basics matter, Twin Redwoods nearby is a better fit.
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Spring brings the best conditions, with daytime highs around 55–65°F and nights in the 40s and 50s. Creek flow runs stronger after winter rains, and riparian vegetation peaks in green. Trails are generally in good shape before summer fire restrictions and heavy use. You'll see moderate numbers of thru-hikers and weekend backpackers rather than the summer crush. Dry periods leave the campground dusty, so spring's lingering moisture helps keep the dust down.
Spring described as 'best conditions' with green riparian vegetation and comfortable temps.
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Alder Trail Campground is a hike-in primitive camping site located less than two miles from the coast in Big Basin Redwoods State Park. It is popular among hikers on the Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail and provides basic amenities. 'There is no drinking water available,' states one user review, and 'trash cans and a pit toilet' are the primary facilities provided. Fires are not allowed, and there are 'no tables,' according to user insights. Bear boxes for food storage are available, ensuring safety from wildlife. The ground can be notably dusty during dry weather, with some areas resembling beach sand depth. Sites are generally close together and lack privacy, though there is a clearing between several sites that allows for stargazing on clear nights.
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