Orick & Prairie Creek

Trillium Falls Trail

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A 2.7-mile forest loop from Elk Meadow, with a small cascade about half a mile from the trailhead and roughly 200 feet of elevation gain to the falls.

Access details

Parking
Use the signed Elk Meadow Day-Use Area parking just off Davison Road.
Viewpoint
The trail passes old-growth redwoods and a small waterfall.
Trail
Stay on the hikers’ bridge at the falls; pets are not allowed on park trails.
Public water access
No swimming or river access is represented from this trail.
Water conditions
The small waterfall is a trail feature, not a swimming location.

Plan from the official source

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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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