Orick & Prairie Creek

Elam Backcountry Camp

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A three-site permit-only camp in the Redwood Creek backcountry, reached by a long trail approach from the Orick Horse Trailhead during winter conditions. Creek crossings and seasonal access require current planning.

Access details

Parking
Use the official trailhead and permit instructions; do not route a vehicle to the backcountry camp coordinate.
Viewpoint
The route enters upland forest and the Redwood Creek watershed.
Trail
NPS documents a winter approach of about 7.5 miles from the Orick Horse Trailhead and seasonal creek-crossing limits.
Public water access
Creek crossings are not visitor swimming access.
Water conditions
A free online permit is required. Treat collected water and check current crossing, fire, and food-storage rules.

Plan from the official source

Redwood National and State Parks is the manager or primary source for this entry. Check its current page for changing hours, fees, reservations, road restrictions, and closures.

Open NPS Redwood backcountry campsites ↗

campground · Orick

Elk Prairie Campground

A developed campground in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park beside forest trails and Elk Prairie. NPS notes that cabins are also available; current reservations and restrictions remain with the park.

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campground · Orick

Gold Bluffs Beach Campground

A remote developed campground reached by narrow, unpaved Davison Road. NPS prohibits trailers on the access road and publishes vehicle-size and seasonal reservation rules.

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Official property links are provided for planning. No live availability, price, ranking, or paid placement is implied.