Camp on a sandy beach or tree-lined prairie
Visitors can stay at either Elk Prairie or Gold Bluffs Beach campgrounds and explore the park via three scenic drives.
Car Camping: Elk Prairie Campground has 75 family sites and hike/bike sites. Trailers up to 24 feet; campers/motorhomes up to 27.
Gold Bluffs Beach Campground has 26 tent or RV sites and three non-reservable environmental sites. RVs more than 8 feet wide or 24 feet long may not use Davison Road or Coastal Drive. No hookups are available. Call 707-488-2171 for camping updates.
Backcountry Camping: Walk-in campsites are available at Ossagon Creek and near Gold Bluffs Beach. Permits are issued at visitor centers in Orick and Crescent City.
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Amenities & Fees
$8 for day-use vehicle entry; no charge to walk or bike into the park. Camping and Lodging: Reservations can be made online at ReserveCalifornia.com or by calling the toll free telephone number at 1-800-444-PARK. For more camping near the park, visit HipCamp.com.
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Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
What To Pack
- Safety: We want visitors to enjoy their experience safely. Simple actions can positively increase your outdoor experience. Such actions include taking water and snacks along with you, staying on designated trails, taking breaks, and letting people know where you are going and approximately what time you're coming back. For more outdoor safety tips, please visit www.parks.ca.gov/SafetyTips (external link).
- What To Bring: Layers of clothing. In the rainy season, pack warm hats, scarves, mittens and plenty of thick, fast-drying socks. And don't forget the raincoats and rain pants. Water, snacks a field guide, binoculars.
More Information
Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules. You can make a reservation online via Reserve California (external link) or call 1-800 444-7275. 8am-6pm (PT).
