Orick & Prairie Creek

44 Backcountry Camp

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A four-site permit-only camp deep in the Redwood Creek backcountry, reached by a long trail trip rather than a vehicle road. Winter creek-crossing restrictions can affect the route.

Access details

Parking
Begin only from an official trailhead under the current permit itinerary; do not route a vehicle to the camp coordinate.
Viewpoint
The approach crosses remote forest in the Redwood Creek watershed.
Trail
NPS lists a roughly 13-mile approach and seasonal creek-crossing limitations; a free online permit is required.
Public water access
Creek crossings are not public swimming or launch facilities.
Water conditions
The camp has no toilet. Treat collected water and follow current fire, food-storage, and permit 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.