Elk Prairie Campground

About

Elk Prairie Campground is nestled within 14,000 acres of magnificent coast redwoods in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, part of the jointly managed Redwood National and State Parks. The campground sits at the southern end of the Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway, offering easy access to over 70 miles of hiking and biking trails through some of the tallest trees on Earth. The campground features 75 established sites spread across loops shaded by ancient redwoods. Sites accommodate tents, RVs up to 27 feet, and trailers up to 24 feet. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and bear-resistant food locker. Year-round amenities include flush toilets, free hot showers, and potable water. Four rustic cabins provide an alternative to tent camping, featuring electricity and heaters but no private bathrooms. Roosevelt elk frequently graze in the adjacent Elk Prairie meadow, offering memorable wildlife viewing opportunities directly from camp. Seasonal ranger programs at the amphitheater provide educational activities. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring Fern Canyon, Gold Bluffs Beach, and the park's extensive trail network.

Directions

Located on the southern end of Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway. Take Highway 101 to Exit 753, approximately 6 miles north of Orick or 50 miles north of Eureka. The campground is about 25 miles south of Crescent City.