Gold Bluffs Beach Campground
Closed — Currently closed due to flooding on Davison Road near Highway 101. The campground is normally open year-round. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance through ReserveCalifornia.
High Surf Advisory issued January 7 at 11:00AM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 22 to 25 feet. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased threat of sneaker waves expected before the arrival of this very large swell. * WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Humboldt Coast and Southwestern Humboldt Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this afternoon. . * IMPACTS...Dangerous surf conditions and localized beach erosion. Beachcombing is highly discouraged! Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
Beach Hazards Statement issued January 7 at 11:00AM PST until January 7 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 22 to 25 feet. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased threat of sneaker waves expected before the arrival of this very large swell. * WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Humboldt Coast and Southwestern Humboldt Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this afternoon. . * IMPACTS...Dangerous surf conditions and localized beach erosion. Beachcombing is highly discouraged! Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
About
Gold Bluffs Beach Campground provides a unique coastal camping experience within Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, part of the Redwood National and State Parks complex. Set on an open grassy plain adjacent to a vast, secluded stretch of Pacific beach and beneath redwood-topped bluffs, the campground offers 26 reservable sites plus a hike/bike site for non-motorized visitors. The campground serves as an ideal base for exploring Fern Canyon's lush vertical walls, observing Roosevelt elk herds that graze the coastal prairie, and accessing more than 75 miles of hiking and biking trails through ancient redwood forests. The wild Pacific coastline offers excellent beachcombing opportunities. Access requires navigating Davison Road, a narrow, winding, single-lane dirt and gravel route that extends 10 miles from Highway 101. Due to road conditions, trailers are prohibited and RVs are limited to 24 feet in length and 8 feet in width. The coastal location means cooler temperatures year-round with frequent morning and evening fog. From May 15 to September 15, permits are required for day-use access to Gold Bluffs Beach and Fern Canyon.
Directions
Located 3 miles north of Orick on Highway 101, turn onto Davison Road. Continue 10 miles on narrow, winding dirt and gravel road to the campground. Vehicle must be 8 feet wide or less and 24 feet long or less. No trailers allowed.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 24ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 0ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (800) 444-7275 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Reservations | |
| Regulations | |
| NPS Campground Website |
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