Using The Reserve
Due to Covid-19 concerns and shelter in place orders, access to the reserve is currently limited to pre-approved essential research activities only. Please inquire with the Reserve Director for more information.
Working at Big Creek requires an approved application for research or educational purposes. Applications are submitted through the UC Natural Reserve System Reservations System (RAMS).
Natural Reserves News
July 31, 2020Careful planning yields a better Big Creek Reserve
April 28, 2020Redwood Research At The Edge of the Range
April 6, 2015Saving Oaks in Big Sur
Public Events Calendar
- May 9
- Open House - Canceled
- Jun 7
- Docent Tour - Canceled
- Jul 7
- Docent Tour - Canceled
Shortcuts to Local Conditions
- Weather Forecast
- Real-time Data
- Gatehouse - Sea Level
- Whale Point - 500' Elevation
- Highlands Peak - 2,450' Elevation
- Mining Ridge - 4,200' Elevation. 24 Hour Central Coast Precipitation Map
- Caltrans
- BigSurKate
The Learning Experience
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