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Butano State Park immerses you in the untouched wilderness of the Santa Cruz Mountains. A haven for local wildlife such as bobcats, bald eagles, and coyotes, the park is set in a whimsical canyon filled with towering redwoods. It occupies almost 5,000 acres and has been welcoming nature lovers since 1956. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh air, whether you're hiking scenic trails, admiring rare flora, or gazing up at coastal redwoods, the largest trees in the world.
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Getting Outdoors
More than 40 miles of hiking trails wind through Butano State Park and take you to sun-dappled redwood groves, crystalline creeks, scenic ridges, and deep canyons. As you explore the trails, keep an eye out for colorful orchids, trillium lilies, mushrooms, and California newts. The Little Butano Creek Trail is a family-friendly hike and meanders for a mile and a half through some of the park's most beautiful redwood groves.
Camping at Butano State Park
RV camping at Butano State Park offers a unique chance to sleep under a canopy of ancient redwoods. Tucked away in Little Butano Creek Canyon, the Ben Ries Campground enjoys a picturesque hillside location and serene forest setting. Choose from 21 drive-in campsites suitable for RV rentals, as well as an additional 18 walk-in sites. All motorhome camping sites feature picnic tables and fire rings for enjoying your meals outdoors. Remember to clean up your crumbs and store your food in the designated lockers as you'll be sharing your site with squirrels, woodpeckers, and newts. After dark, listen for the hoots of owls and the howls of coyotes.
Exploring the Area
RV camping at Butano State Park puts you in the heart of beautiful San Mateo County. For a fix of sand and sunshine, spend the day at Pescadero State Beach, a mile-long stretch of sand backed by rocky cliffs. Cool off in the Pacific Ocean, peer into colorful tide pools, or enjoy an oceanfront picnic. History buffs and photographers shouldn't miss Pigeon Point Lighthouse. Set on a rocky clifftop, it's been guiding ships to safety since 1871 and is one of the tallest lighthouses in North America.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Butano Creek Trail, CAButano State Park, CA
- Butano Fire Trail, Canyon, Jackson Flats, Doe Ridge and Little Butano Creek Trail Loop, CAButano State Park, CA
- Mill Ox Trail, CAButano State Park, CA
- Gazos Trail, CAButano State Park, CA
- Año Nuevo-Goat Hill-Butano Creek, CAButano State Park, CA
- Año Nuevo-Goat Hill Trail Loop, CAButano State Park, CA
- Six Bridges Trail to Ben Ries Campground, CAButano State Park, CA
- Little Butano Creek Loop Trail, CAButano State Park, CA
- Jackson Flats Trail, CAButano State Park, CA
- Canyon, Goat Hill Trail Loop, CAButano State Park, CA
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Recent RV rental reviews in Butano State Park
Greg S.
November, 2025
The Van was very nice. Everything I expected. Kelvin was great. He showed me around the van when I met up with him. He made himself available himself during my trip and helped me out with everything. Kelvin returned my texted quickly and took a phone call. It was like borrowing the van from an old friend. I highly recommend renting from Kelvin and will use him again in the future if I need a van. 5 out of 5 stars.
Stephanie K.
November, 2025
We have rented a lot of vans to adventure out west and this was by far our favorite experience to date. Anthony gave an indepth guide to all the features of the van prior to departure. As it is an older van, it does have a smaller gas tank as to be expected so plan gas stop accordingly. We camped with our infant and had space for a bassinet. Even with lows in the 40s the van was warm without an additional heat source with just sleeping bags. The head space with the pop up and additional bed were awesome as we had some rain and were able to have additional space to stay out of the elements. Plus Chewie is just such an awesome fan and experience if you never experienced a VW camper van.
Joel A.
November, 2025
I recently rented an RV for my trip, and the entire experience was absolutely fantastic! The vehicle was spotless, comfortable, and fully equipped with everything I needed for a smooth and enjoyable journey. Driving it was surprisingly easy, and all the features from the kitchen setup to the sleeping arrangements made the trip feel both adventurous and cozy.
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