Bigfoot Discovery Museum

As true believers we were thrilled to have the opportunity to visit the Bigfoot Discovery museum. An in-depth, extensive and rich curated collection of Bigfoot ephemera gathered by a real Bigfoot eye witness! From castings to pop culture items, charts, maps, and videos. We loved it so much. Please visit and donate generously!

Wonderful original art, information, and footprint casts. I loved it. Small but worth the drive. Plan to stay in Felton for a few hours. It’s a cool little town with friendly people and beautiful redwoods.

One of the best experiences for a bigfoot enthusiast. Lots of information, sightings, photos, videos, etc! Could spend hours reading and looking through everything! Great photo opportunities! Mike is great to talk to and hear his story!

This is one of the most iconic Bigfoot museums in the state! It’s full of artifacts, evidence and memorabilia. The curator is so fun to talk to. He has years of experience and knowledge. This place almost closed due to the pandemic but thanks to A go fund me account and a large group of Bigfoot believers they raised money to keep this place open. I highly suggest visiting when you are in Felton.

It was cute, there's not very much inside to see inside but it's a staple that we've enjoyed passing by for many years. Michael is very kind!

This is one of the greatest Bigfoot museums I have every visited, and I have visited a fair number of Bigfoot museums. Mike Rugg is a legend, of course, and his collection of tracks, documentation, and examples of Sasquatch in popular culture is downright amazing! I hope I can come again some day.

Peepaw always said “I’ve seen me the Bigfoot! He’s real!” We all thought he was freaking NUTS. On our trip to California he made us stop here, it was a tremendous place, there was Bigfoot stuff everywhere, Peepaw looked at us “I told you so.” He said, with THAT look, you know what I mean. Bigfoot then walked in and CONSUMED Meemaw WHOLE, HOLY BISCUTS! He said it was a prank though and we all laughed.Rip Grandma lol. 10/10 visit for all families, you will leave changed and fulfilled and maybe smooching in the porta potty with Bigfoot, like what happened to Auntie Jillian.

Pretty cool place. Small but interesting. The Gentleman running the place was busy discussing the latest Bigfoot Sighting to a group of people. It's right next to the Redwood Forest so stop on down. It's worth the experience..

Just a fun little stop while passing through Felton on Highway 9 near the Henry Cowell Forest. I've been meaning to stop for a long time, and finally caught it when it was open. It is closing up soon, so time is running out on seeing it. It has some neat pictures and plaster Big Foot specimens. Articles from papers from years past. They have stickers and shirts, just a cool place to say you've been.

This museum is CLOSED! Owner retired. It was a fun place to visit with your family. Too bad.

This museum was worth the stop while we were in the area. You'll find all kinds of quirky and interesting stuff in here, including vintage board games, stuffed animals, toys, empty beer bottles, books, and other miscellaneous items all related to Sasquatch, the Abominable Snowman, Alf, or characters resembling or connected to Bigfoot. One of the two small rooms is full of photos, videos, letters, and articles of the reports throughout the years related to Bigfoot, attempts to prove the existence of this mysterious creature. There's even a map of Bigfoot sightings on site, apparently the most recent sighting occurring just a few months ago. The owner, Michael Rugg, was happy to tell visitors stories about his experiences, and to share information about the hunt for Bigfoot. He's probably come across plenty of visitors over the years, both skeptics and believers, and he was very eager to answer any questions while we were there. There is very limited parking out front and nearby, but this place doesn't seem to get busy, so it shouldn't be a problem. Overall, there's nothing too extraordinary about this museum, but it can be entertaining and interesting for those who are curious, and it's free admission.

Unique Santa Cruz Museum.The owner is selling the place and retiring.Sasquatch is a Native American spirit being that cares for the trees.The Bigfoot song is sung in sweat lodges.Michael, Karen and I sang the owner the Bigfoot aong

Head 1-hour north to Santa Cruz for a walk on the wilder side. Yes, I'm talking about the official Bigfoot Discovery Museum. This remote spot feels just about where you might expect to find the furry creature. Keep expectations in check -- the place is pretty small, but is chock full of bigfoot artifacts including footprint casts, local sighting map, Bigfoot videos, skulls and other bigfoot related pop culture items. We spent about 20 minutes here. Though, I guess if you're really into it and want to read all the information, you can spend longer. It's quirky, so if you're into that sort of thing, then this is for you!

The Bigfoot Discovery Museum is a roadside attraction that you can easily tack on to any trip up in the Santa Cruz Mountains. In fact it's right across the street from Henry Cowell State Park. Admission is free but the suggestion is a $2 donation per person. Inside is a ton of memorabilia, maps of sightings and articles on, well you guessed it, Bigfoot of course! It's kitchsy yet wonderful all at the same time. Whether or not you believe it's just a fun place to stop. Make sure you take some time to speak to the owner-he'll be more than happy to talk about local sightings and experiences of people he knows. You can spend 20 minutes tops here and then head out to your other adventures for the day. Some souvenirs available such as $2.50 stickers and $18 t-shirts. It was interesting and unique but also lolz at the same time....

You must see it. Excellently curated experience. Cant say enough about it. Don't miss the home made recreation sighting thingy in the garage. Look through the window and be amazed.

So it's small, and crammed with everything Bigfoot. The owner says he saw Bigfoot when he was four. He told a few stories and we browsed for about 5 minutes. Admission was free, but donations are appreciated. I gave him $20 bucks. It's definitely worth a peak especially if you have little ones.

I'm not one to believe that bigfoot actually exists so going to this museum and hearing that many people believe it to be true, shocked me. There is a video in the museum of a female bigfoot walking that is also lactating. She turns around briefly so you get to see her face. We also saw a map hanging with pins for all the locations that people saw a bigfoot. When I asked why we haven't seen any, I received an answer that when a hunter thinks he is hunting a bear and kills a bigfoot instead, the hunter gets scared because he fears he will be trialed for murder so he buries the bigfoot. The skeleton of the bigfoot is found years later. The museum is small but it is free. If you stop by make sure to talk to the individual behind the counter. Seriously, talking to him made the experience so much more rewarding.

I have had interest to know more about bigfoot and thought about visiting the place on the way to Henry Cowell state park. It is a small place right in the roadside and parking is to be adjusted in the road. It was smaller than I expected and literally there was very little space inside. The curator seems to know a lot about bigfoots and there is everything (right from the comics to videos of bigfoots) that show its existance. He was explaining to some other guests and so we just took one look at everything and got out.

We visited here today after our trip to the mystery spot. It's a smaller museum in a beautiful town. Some interesting facts about the history of Bigfoot. The gentlemen that runs the place was very interesting to chat with and had some great insights. Also has some wonderful memorabilia from shows and media that are about or involve Bigfoot in some way. Was super fun and so happy we visited. Had to buy a hat. It was great and super interesting!

We are extremely sorry to hear that your Bigfoot statue was stolen. We offer our deepest condolences. If you need assistance in persecuting the culprit, we will be more than happy to offer our services. We simply cannot wait to return to the museum, upon its reopening. We sincerely hope that it has improved. Love you. Glad Danny is safe. -Crow Pun Enthusiasts

Pro tip: call ahead and make sure this place is actually open. Seriously, do not skip this step in planning your trip here. Second piece of advice: call ahead and make sure this place is actually open. Yes, I'm saying it again to really emphasize that you should do this to avoid any disappointment. Read some of the other Yelp reviews and you'll see that this is an issue. This was one of our primary destinations today on a little jaunt over 17 to Santa Cruz and environs. We arrived around 11:30, and the place was closed. The posted hours clearly said open at 11. Two other families showed up and were similarly disappointed. We rang the bell at the front, which you're supposed to ring if the door is locked, but no one came to open the museum. I called about an hour later and only got the answering machine. We were going to give up on this place altogether, but then I decided to give it one last try before we headed home. To my surprise and delight, someone answered and confirmed that it was open. We retraced our steps and paid this place a visit. It is small and musty, but in a way exactly what we expected. There is Bigfoot-related kitsch to please anyone, plus some quasi-scientific stuff as well. The diorama was not lit at all so it was hard to appreciate, but there were lots of carvings around the place that made for fun photo opportunities. There's no charge to visit the museum, but donations of $2 per person are suggested. Since we love supporting these quirky bastions of Americana, we gladly contributed to its upkeep. So yes, this place is worth a visit. But call ahead to make sure they're open.

Listen, gang. This is a tiny collection that belongs to a Bigfoot enthusiast. Don't expect the Met. He's an older gentleman who is struggling financially and just wants to share his assortment of Bigfoot artifacts and infographics with the world. He does so for free (although there is a suggested $2 donation). Just don't hold him to too high of a standard, okay? It's small, there's no definitive parking area, and not much to buy in terms of souvenirs (he says he's working on it as he's recently fallen on hard times). Nonetheless, it's a quirky stop and the owner is a nice man passionate about Bigfoot cryptozoology. Help him out with a few bucks.

That museum is an embarrassment . So dirty not one thing new like some videos screams nothing I'm not kidding surprised no one in that8 Community says anything . The old guy at counter all he says please donate I was a dummy and gave 15 because he said more outside water Mildewed pictures and some broken dirty foot prints. Sad my wife a Bigfoot believer .

The Bigfoot Discovery Museum met and surpassed my expectations. The research wing was overflowing with information and first person accounts of Bigfoot encounters internationally, nationally and locally. Peppered throughout the museum was vintage and one-of-a-kind merchandise. Additionally, the walls are lined with Hollywood celebrities that have partaken in the tour. The coup de grace can be found in the outdoor garden; a life-size diorama of Bigfoot in his natural habitat! There are some rumors of a museum expansion in the works including a deli and a bed-n-breakfast. Possible deli menu items may include: Sasquatch Smoothies Yetisicles The Bigfoot (a rare burger) Definitely worth a long drive from Southern California!

BIG fun! Not a big place, but very cool. I was in the area for a wedding and decided to drop by. Really cool memorabilia.

A truly unique place to visit in the Santa Cruz mountains. It's a small shop and museum with Bigfoot items and relics. Of course there is no Bigfoot, but stop by and check this place out for a few minutes if you are in the area. It's a fun stop along the way.

This place was quite interesting. It's small, and might take up 15 minutes at the most to see everything here. I was lucky enough to speak with Mike. He was very knowledgeable, and informed me of sasquatch sightings closer to my home in the L.A area!! I overheard Mike casually mentioned that the sasquacth in a video being played was a female. I asked him how he knew. Obviously, it's because she has boobies! I felt like an idiot lol. Glad I came in and left a bit more educated on my Sasquai. Worth checking out if you're in the area. Hope you leave a few dollars or buy a sticker to support this cool little spot when you visit!!

Cool little place if your ever in the San Lorenzo valley it's about a 20 minute view of Bigfoot stuff way cool it's free just donation but the guy saw a sighting back in the 70s he has footage and everything must check it out and he has one in the glass

This place is not very well advertised but it's FANtastic! Their location is great and they are even close to a restaurant (which we even tried out afterwards...check my other review). Outside their museum, they have many beautiful wooden carvings of Big Foot. It's FREE to come in but they do ask for a donation. Once inside they have many interesting information and a huge collection of items about Big Foot. Every corner you look at you can tell the love and passion the owner has for Big Foot. Our boy really loved this place and stayed there for awhile just reading and looking at the items. Note: This is not a large museum but a collection of fascinating and intriguing information about Big Foot. We highly recommend that if you are in the area, make sure you stop by...you won't be sorry you did! Also, please a make donation to help keep this little gem open!

Big foot museum gives me life itself. I've never seen something so real. I am flabbergasted. Before coming here I believed Bigfoot to be nothing more than a fairytale or folklore. After spending 2 hours in this museum I understand now how someone can be so fascinated by such a large foot. Please visit this well executed display of the beauty of big foot. I can't say enough good things really. All I have to say is that it was worth the two hours in the car.

Outstanding. I've been an enthusiast since I was little and it was fun to see a dedicated Bigfoot Museum. The curator is an awesome guy who will gladly tell you of the history of his museum. There are casts for sale among other buttons and stickers. The local are is absolutely beautiful too being nestled in Felton. J

Awesome place to check out , not to big but a lot of info. Took my husband there on his birthday he liked it very much

It is probably the smallest museum we've been in but it was still nice. If you are in the area it's a cute stop. The guy in there is very Bigfoot knowledgeable. A $2 per person donation is appreciated.

Okay 1st of all take it for what it is FUN. In saying that this place is small but pretty cool to stop and check it out. It's not something to go out of your way; but if it's on your way definitely fun to stop. However the owner was like 1 million years old and was late to open by like 30-45 minutes lol

"By believing passionately in something that still does not exist, we create it. The nonexistent is whatever we have not sufficiently desired."--Franz Kafka Squatching (skwot-ching) v. -- The act of going into the wilderness in search of Sasquatch (aka Bigfoot). Cryptozoology (krip-toh-zoh-ol-uh-jee) n. -- The study of legendary creatures that aren't scientifically thought to exist (e.g., Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, El Chupacabra, etc.). Located less than 1/4-mile south of the main entrance to Henry Cowell State Park, the Bigfoot Discovery Museum (BDM) is a curiosity in an area that's known for being a bit off. Founded in June '06 by Michael Rugg and Paula Yarr, the BDM is the only museum of its kind in the world dedicated to "educating the public about the probability of Bigfoot and the current thoughts as to its habits and its place in the natural world." While I'm not necessarily a "believer" of Bigfoot, I do like odd things very much--and this is as odd as it gets. Here's the details: Parking- There's a small four car lot out front, and some additional dirt to park in along Highway 9. Admission- The admission is free, but that have a $1-2 suggested donation--all donations over $25 make you an official member of the Bigfoot Discovery Project. They also have a Paypal site if you want to donate that way, as well. Exhibits- The BDM is a tiny place (maybe 25'x25'?) but is jam packed with Bigfoot paraphernalia; from toys, books and newspaper/tabloid articles to actual casts of Bigfoot footprints. You could probably be there all day if you really went over everything. They also have the Patterson/Gimlin film footage (you know the one) playing on a constant loop on an old school iMac. All that is fine and dandy, but the real gem of the BDM is the gentleman who's running the place. With long, scraggly hair; a beard that made me feel like a girl; piercing grey eyes and a voice he casts with such timber that it resonates in your very soul. He is an intense, and a "scary" looking man for sure, but once you start talking with him you'll see that he's actually a really swell guy. He is more than happy to regale you with his own personal anecdotes, and discuss anything else Bigfoot related. I would've liked to spoken with him more, but the boy was getting restless. The BDM is a nice escape from the dreary "normalcy" of the everyday humdrum. I wouldn't recommend you coming here unless you have an open mind, and are not a Señor PoopyPants. I'm not sure that it's worth the trip *just* to see the BDM, but if you're at Henry Cowell and want a quick, fun adventure you can tell your friends about, then it would be a terrific addition to your day.

Weird. Dude working there was talking to someone..didn't want to be bothered by us. There are a few things hanging on the wall- newspapers, cement foot prints... a whole bunch of dust and tchochkys.. I walked in and immediately wanted to leave. The pictures on Yelp make it look big inside. It's not. It's very claustrophobic and enclosed. Enjoy the pictures people have posted because that's all there is. Weird - it's all that comes to mind.

Since we were nearby at Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell SP & I remember reading about the Bigfoot Discovery Museum on Yelp we stopped by. Directions from 17 South, exit Mt. Hermon Rd, Lt on Hwy 9, pass Henry Cowell SP. Cross street: San Lorenzo Ave. FREE Admission, suggested donation $1-2. It's a tiny museum and smells kinda funky. Lots of old books, old movies, things to read on the walls, a film was playing when we went and the guy was busy talking to others in the museum/shop. I liked the wood sculptures of Bigfoot & other stuff outside the museum. If you're in the area, might be worth a few minutes to look around or a good laugh! V. was rolling on the floor laughing. Autumn hrs; Closed Mon & Tues W-F 1-6 Sat & Sun 11-6

This place is small, but packed with old big foot stuff. From articles, toys, displays, recordings, books and souvenirs. Very interesting. Definitely a tourist spot you should visit. Honestly, the place gives me the heebie-jeebies so I can't stay in there long. However, my son absolutely loves it.

Went there on a Saturday with my wife and seven year old son who is OBSESSED with Bigfoot. To begin with, it's exceptionally small. You can tell it's a privately owned little domicile, all seemingly put together by one guy. It was fun getting to listen to him talk. We had walked in on a larger group standing in the second room in the middle of a long speech by the owner. As a science teacher, I'm afraid that modern science disagrees with a few of his facts, but it was still fun to listen to. My seven year old doesn't know the difference and is a huge believer, and I love fostering that. It's a very, very short visit for a museum - maybe half an hour at the absolute most. It's worth a small donation and a couple postcards to visit though!

What would the Santa Cruz mountains be without The Mystery Spot and the Bigfoot Museum! This modest little museum will make a believer out of you. Even if not, you can still leave with a Bigfoot Museum bumper sticker or shot glass. I did. There's shelves filled with a huge collection of various Bigfoot magazines, articles, figurines, photos and the like. Even some of that creepy Bigfoot that Steve Austin fought in that Six Million Dollar Man episode. Remember him? Terrifying. Anyway, the gentleman who runs the Museum is nice enough. If you chat him up, he'll show you the big Northern Cal map on the wall full of pushpins where different sightings have occurred. He'll even tell you of his own Bigfoot encounter that happened when he was a boy. There are Bigfoot footprint plaster casts, and outside, there are two GIANT life sized Bigfoot replicas. Awesome. And admission is free. If you're going over the hill, do yourself a favor - take Hwy 9, and drop in on Sasquatch. He'll be hairy glad to see ya.

Bigfoot has a ton of evidence supporting its existence and this museum is but a small collection of artifacts and accounts from eyewitness testimony. Its not hugs, but is quite a horde. Bring cash for a little tip, ask the docent some questions. There is a small stand to buy some neat T shirts and magnets and whatnot as well.

Cool place to check out. My 4 year old daughter and I took a trip and enjoyed it. I would say call ahead of time to make sure the owner will be there, times are posted but since it's one person running it, it might not always be open. Not a big place but cool collection of artifacts. The owner is super friendly and answers all of your questions. He also took time to tell us stories about big foot and his collection. We were able to buy patches as well to take with us. If you like learning about those types of things you should take a trip.

Darn it! They didn't have a T-shirt in my size! The two guys behind the counter were patient with questions and told lots of stories about why they believe Bigfoot exists and tromps around in these woods. It's a very tiny place crammed full of Bigfoot paraphernalia and show Patterson's old 1960s video on loop, apparently with the understanding that digital technology has allowed scientists to zoom in on details and determine that this is not a guy in a furry suit, but that the muscles ripple and the gait is one that could only be of a creature not yet really discovered. Lots of other stories abound here as well. Worth a stop for sure.

If you're interested in learning about the elusive Sasquatch species then this is the best place to go in the Santa Cruz area. The owner Mike saw one as a child while camping with parents by a stream, he's been in the industry his entire life. While I was there another visitor came to the museum & shared the story about his brief encounter with a Sasquatch. They mean no harm & don't want to be bothered by humans & hunters who have been known to shoot once in a while out of fear. Museum is a little small but it's good for families & they have some merchandise available. Tips are appreciated. Hope the truth on these creatures continue to be released to the masses.

BELIEVE!!! This is a small, labor of love museum. The owner and caretaker Mike is not really making any money on this place so be nice. No, it is not a fancy and snazzy museum; it is a backwater little hole in the wall dedicated to BigFoot, exclusively, and has various posters, artifacts, pictures, movies, toys, and collectibles for sale. It is dusty, smelly, and needs a top-to-bottom makeover which will happen if I ever win the Lotto in the form of a donation, but for now it works, and is fun, interesting, quirky, and a 15 minute stop for anyone traveling up CA Highway-9 deep in the Santa Cruz Mountains. There are about six parking spots out front and that is usually all you need as you would be hard pressed to find anyone else there at a particular time. We arrived to find a family from the U.K. hearing all about interesting BigFoot facts from the owner Mike. After they were done Mike answered some of our questions and sold us some posters and off we went, more knowledgeable of this interesting piece U.S. folklore. Thank you Mike; excited I got to meet one of the stars of the Discovery Channel shows on BigFoot.

I read about the big foot museum and couldn't believe how close it was. I watched part of Bobcat Goldwaithe's interview on the Joe Rogan podcast and he was talking about his new movie where he did tons of big foot research. It was interesting to hear him talk about it and say he's a believer and it sparked some curiosity. At any rate, this museum is located in Felton, which is about 15-20 minutes north of Santa Cruz. The short ride through the woods is beautiful! After a light hike, we stopped by the museum, which has free admission (but also suggests a $2 donation). It's tiny, but filled with really fun stuff. One of the owners was there (not sure his name) but he was very friendly and he explained to us the map of all the big foot sightings in the area. He's s pretty knowledgeable man and, if we had more time, I'm sure we could talk big foot for hours. At any rate, whether you believe in big foot or not, it's just pretty amazing this man created this place out of his passion and drive for big foot. If not for anything else, help support this local gem and keep the dream alive!

As of 4/11/22, it is open Fri-Mon, 1-5. We did not get to visit because it was closed when we arrived. Next time!

One of my favorite places to visit when I'm in Felton. It's a small spot but it's definitely worth the visit. It's also across the street from beautiful trails. I highly suggest stopping by and checking it out. I'm a total Big Foot geek so I was so happy to discover this gem and go there with my family. My favorite part is the map the owner (I believe his name is Mike) had showing the different spots in Santa Cruz County where people reported spottings!

What a ridiculously cool and unexpected find! I was staying at Jaye's to see a show at Don Quixote's and when I was looking something up on my iPhone map, I saw the marker "Bigfoot Discovery Museum". SAY WHAAAAT? Oh, hell yes! I nearly squealed with excitement. I had no idea. I loaded the kids in the car and we heading out to see it. What a neat place! The first room has tons of Bigfoot memorabilia from various TV shows, movies, magazines, and newspapers, included a display of Bigfoot articles from my beloved and now defunct Weekly World News. There was also music overhead that was Bigfoot related. Most likely from the 70's. The next room had more exhibits and the wonderful and interesting Mike behind the counter. We spoke at great length about the museum and how it is in jeopardy of closing due to lack of funding. So PLEASE make a donation when you visit and buy as much stuff as you can. This place is a gem! A quirky original that needs to remain open. I was looking at some of the art work and found a sketching of Bigfoot playing the dulcimer. I asked Mike, "Is that Bigfoot playing a dulcimer?" and he told me they were his two favorite things. Awesome. He also told me about the five types of Bigfoot (Bigfeet?) which was fascinating. He said he's been studying Bigfoot for over 60 years! HE BELIEVES! Days after we went, there was a piece about the museum on the news. Great timing! If you live in the Bay Area, this is definitely a neat little place to visit. The drive is beautiful and Henry Cowell Park is RIGHT there. So, be sure to drop by and say hi to Sasquatch and Mike!

Now how are you going to give a museum dedicated to Bigfoot anything less than 5 stars? It's small but just the prominently displayed tabloids with a claim like "Bigfoot Hooker" with pictures are worth coming here for. The Bigfoot diorama outside must be a sight to see when you come upon it at night and the reflectors hit you. They show Bigfoot movies outside on Friday night, and although I can't come up with anything other than "Harry and the Hendersons" I am curious. Best of all - this shop is run by a true believer and hearing him discuss the history of the findings is worth the trip. Other than that - it's free and the drive to get here is gorgeous.

It's a Bigfoot Museum. You gotta give it 5 stars just for that. Doesn't compare to the Bigfoot Museum in Willow Creek, however. Now THAT is a Bigfoot Museum!! This was just a small shack with about 1/10th as much stuff as the Willow Creek museum. The guy working there was pretty interesting though, loved telling everyone stories of his personal Bigfoot encounters ("with his own two eyes" nonetheless). If you're a true Bigfoot aficionado, you're probably not going to be exposed to anything new, but you're probably going to come here no matter what I say anyways. As an added bonus they were having a garage sale outside to raise money for the museum, selling all sorts of oddities! They had a megalodon tooth (not for sale) and tons of other big shark teeth, dinosaur teeth, bones, etc. Don't go too far out of your way for this "museum", but if you're in the area (on the way to the Garden of Eden at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, maybe?) then be sure to stop in!

Swung by here during a road trip down to Capitola with my girlfriend. When we walked in, we were greeted by the theme song to the 70's children's show "Bigfoot and Wildboy"; I knew at that moment I made a good call. The entire museum is two fairly small rooms and an outdoor diorama. The first room contains historical photographs and writeups about the area, building, as well as some cultural artifacts of bigfoot in the media. The second had the good stuff. An entire area devoted to the Patterson-Gimlin film. Casts of big foot prints (see what I did there?). A case of skulls and bones supposedly from the beast's ancestors. A wall sized map of bigfoot sightings from around the area. And last but not least, an entire wall of shelves filled with books and movies about not only bigfoot, but other supernatural occurrences as well. Initially was let down by the setup. Most of the stuff on display I had already read about, and the text didn't really add to what I had known. I needed some context and further elaboration to my burning bigfoot questions. Enter Mike Rugg, bigfoot knowologist, and sighter of the beast himself. Over the course of an hour and a half, he enlightened me on such topics as bigfoot theories, supposed bigfoot and alien connections, his own stunning encounter with the beast's child, teeth from the mouth of bigfoot, DNA testing on said teeth, bigfoot immigration theories, multinational bigfootism, hoax costume debunking courtesy of "Harry and the Hendersons", bigfoot sounds and smells, bigfoot hunting lodges (with photographic proof), the recent Palo Alto news conference hoax, and so much more. Each single sentence question I said was greeted by a ten to fifteen minute explanation and tangential story that was more interesting than the answer. My girlfriend didn't see it that way, and began to wander off after only 5 minutes. So to really enjoy this place, come with questions, theories, stories, and your own bigfoot concerns, and let Mike drop some knowledge on you. Don't be afraid to ask, and you'll be glad you did. I'm still sorta skeptical, but it was great to have somebody finally answer all of those bigfooted questions that I have been accruing over the years.

5 stars for niche kitsch, keep-it-alive, local love. The museum itself is small, cozy, and interest for a quick run-through. It jacks up to 5 stars by simply asking the proprietor a question or two - "Where was the last sighting?" "What was your first?" or "I saw a big footprint when I was a kid in Keokuk". A brilliant local, roadside attraction that merits some occasional patronage. Follow them on twitter (@bigfootnews).

Great place to stop! This place is small but it is packed full of fun and informative info and memorabilia of North America's most elusive primate. The owner/operator is engaging, friendly and well-informed with all of the latest sasquatch info. This is a great place to stop! Cost: Free with a suggested $2 donation... give more if you can!

Alright, two things: 1) you need a good sense of humor to do this place. 2) the guy who runs it thinks that *people who believe in aliens are crazy* Ahhhhh, what?

I have been meaning to make it up here for YEARS. I'm so happy I finally did. Such a great place packed with books and cool relics with the PG film on a loop. Mike is great; a wealth of information. Please give this place a visit, make a donation and buy some cool merch. This will not be my last visit.

My boyfriend and I went here during a weird road trip of ours. I found this place on google on complete accident and decided that we had to stop by. We were visiting friends in Monterey and it is on the way, so he said we could go. Just driving up to the place, we weren't sure if we wanted to go in. The Bigfoot statue out front is a bit daunting and the place looked deserted. We finally went in. There are two rooms dedicated to articles about Bigfoot sightings, footprints and Bigfoot paraphanilia. In the second room by the counter is a map with all of the Bigfoot sightings in the Santa Cruz mountains. My boyfriend talked to the guy running the museum and he told us about his own sighting which was kinda cool. Stop by if you're in the area and want to do something different.