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Mill Creek Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May 1 through September 30. Reservations are recommended between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

About

Mill Creek Campground is located in Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, one of the first land acquisitions of the California State Park System. The park covers 33,000 acres extending from the Pacific Ocean through old-growth redwood forests into the Mill Creek Basin. The campground sits 6.7 miles south of Crescent City along Highway 101, nestled among towering maples and second-growth redwoods. The campground offers 145 sites, each equipped with a picnic table, bear-resistant food locker, and fire ring. While the campground doesn't feature old-growth redwoods, it provides a quieter, more secluded atmosphere compared to other area campgrounds. Sites can accommodate RVs up to 28 feet and trailers up to 24 feet, though the terrain is steep with elevations ranging from sea level to 1,277 feet. During the operating season, visitors have access to hot coin-operated showers, flush toilets, potable water, a dump station, and firewood sales. Summer programs and an amphitheater provide educational opportunities. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring miles of hiking trails, including access to Mill Creek and connections to the broader trail system throughout the redwood parks.

Directions

Located 6.7 miles south of Crescent City on Highway 101. The campground entrance is directly off the highway.

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