Orick & Prairie Creek

Elk Meadow Day-Use Area

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A developed day-use hub north of Orick with picnic tables, drinking water, toilets, large-vehicle parking, and trail connections. Elk may be present but sightings are not guaranteed.

Access details

Parking
Use the signed Elk Meadow Day-Use Area from Davison Road; the official page identifies auto, bus, RV, and trailer parking.
Viewpoint
The restored meadow supports wildlife viewing from developed areas; keep required distance from elk.
Trail
Trillium Falls, Berry Glen, Davison, and designated bike routes connect here.
Public water access
No public swimming access is represented at this meadow stop.
Water conditions
Prairie Creek nearby is habitat; it is not presented as a visitor water entrance.

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.

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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.