Orick & Prairie Creek

West Ridge Trail

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A seven-mile ridge route running much of the length of Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway, with links toward James Irvine, Friendship Ridge, and coastal trails. The map point identifies the trail, not parking.

Access details

Parking
The marked primary trailhead is at Prairie Creek Visitor Center; use signed visitor parking.
Viewpoint
Higher sections provide forest and occasional coastal views.
Trail
NPS lists seven miles with grades and switchbacks; longer linked loops require substantial time.
Public water access
No public water entrance is represented from this trail.
Water conditions
Check current trail conditions before departure.

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 trails south of the Klamath River ↗

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.