Discover Chilling Bigfoot Encounters in California: Lost Man Creek, Plumas National Forest, Big Basin Redwoods State Par
Posted Saturday, May 03, 2025
By Squatchable.com staff
Intriguing footage from the YouTube channel Campfire Creepers - Stories Stranger Than Fiction has caught our attention here at Squatchable. The video, titled "California Top 5 Bigfoot Sightings! Campers & Hikers Beware. Sasquatch and Cryptids Hotspot!", takes us on a chilling journey through the Golden State's most haunting landscapes, where ancient redwood forests, rugged mountains, and hidden valleys hide more than just the occasional hiker.
From the eerie redwood forests of Humboldt County to the remote timberlands of Plumas National Forest, the video showcases five of the most chilling Bigfoot sightings in California. Each tale is a testament to the enduring presence of Sasquatch in the state, a presence that leaves behind broken branches, crushed earth, and moments of pure primal fear.
One of the most captivating stories comes from the Lost Man Creek trail system in Redwood National and State Parks. A solo backpacker, deep in the woods, felt an otherworldly presence before catching a glimpse of something massive, fluid, and wrong, slipping between the ancient trees. The sighting was marked by 17-inch footprints that stretched nearly 30 yards along the trail.
Another spine-tingling encounter took place in the Trinity Alps wilderness, where four backpackers were trailed for days by something they never fully saw. At night, stones rained on their camp, and at dawn, heavy footfalls circled their tents. On the third night, two of the hikers caught a brief glimpse of a black silhouette standing among the trees, utterly still, until it slipped away without a sound.
The video ends with a haunting account of two amateur filmmakers who stumbled upon a presence they never expected while pushing into the rough country beyond the Patterson Gimlin film site in Bluff Creek. The footage they captured, though short and panicked, caused brief controversy online before disappearing into the churn of internet noise. Local researchers found fresh 18-inch tracks in the days afterward, a discovery that rattled even seasoned skeptics.
As we continue to explore the wilds of California, we can't help but wonder if the state truly is a Bigfoot hotspot. With its massive, forested, and ancient landscapes, it's easy to see why so many encounters have been reported. But the question remains: does Bigfoot still exist, or is he simply a product of overactive imaginations?
We invite our readers to share their thoughts and experiences in the comment section below. Have you had an unusual encounter in the woods that you can't explain? Do you believe your region or town deserves a top rating? Let us know! And don't forget to subscribe to Campfire Creepers - Stories Stranger Than Fiction to follow their journey across the United States. Until next time, keep your eyes open, and remember: the woods are watching.