BUTANO STATE PARK
Parks • Weather • Amenities
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T23:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Large breaking waves between 14 to 19 ft along southwest facing beaches and between 19 to 22 ft along well exposed west facing beaches. * WHERE...San Francisco, Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast and Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Large waves can sweep across the beach without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches. Sudden immersion in cold water can result in cold water shock even for the most experienced swimmers. Cold water shock can result in dramatic changes in breathing, heart rate and blood pressure, greatly increasing the risk of drowning in rough open waters.
SUMMARY
Butano State Park is a 4,728-acre park located in San Mateo County, California. The park features dense redwood forest, lush fern canyons, and a variety of wildlife such as deer, bobcats, coyotes, and mountain lions. The park is well-known for its hiking trails, including the 5-mile Jackson Flats Trail and the 3-mile Canyon Trail.
One of the main points of interest in Butano State Park is the redwood forest, which includes some of the tallest trees in the world. Visitors can also explore the park's unique geological formations, such as the Butano Fault and the sandstone rock formations of Little Butano Creek.
In addition to hiking, Butano State Park offers camping facilities, picnicking areas, and fishing opportunities in the park's many streams and creeks. Visitors can also participate in guided nature walks and educational programs offered by park rangers.
One interesting fact about Butano State Park is that it was once owned by the prominent Strybing family, who used the land for logging and agriculture before donating it to the state in the 1950s.
The best time of year to visit Butano State Park is during the spring and fall months, when the weather is mild and the park's wildflowers are in bloom. However, the park is open year-round and offers a beautiful escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities.
