Berry Creek is probably the nicest waterfall in the close vicinity of the Bay Area.  It is situated in Big Basin, and is one very nice hike of about 10 miles.  In the summer there fall still carries significant water, but I still prefer being there in the spring where the fall is at its peak.  There are quite a few other nice waterfalls in the area, However, most of then are only worth going to see in the winter and the early spring.

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Angela close to the Sempervirens Fall in Big Basin

Berry Creek Fall in the summer

Carsten and Angela in front of the Berry Creek fall

First view of Berry Creek falls

And getting a little closer

There is a nice bench, where you can sit a enjoy the fall

It is nice isn't it?

And another view

The hike to Berry Creek falls also has some nice views

Another nice view on the way

Golden falls is a little further along the loop to Berry Creek falls

Golden Falls is an interesting fall

Another view of of golden falls

And yet another from the side

Before Golden Falls you pass Silver Falls, which is also nice

Another view of Silver Falls

A nice view from the loop hike to Berry Creek Falls

In the spring there are many broken trees that you have to pass on the hike. 

Maple falls just south of Santa Cruz is also close to the big Basin area

Another view of Maple falls

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Last updated on. 09 December, 2010