Set aside in the early 1920’s, Prairie Creek is a 14,000 acre sanctuary of old growth coast redwood. The state park has over 280 Save-the-Redwoods League memorial groves. Prairie Creek offers hiking, nature study, wildlife viewing, beach combing, fishing, picnicking, a visitor center with exhibits and a nature store.

In Prarie Creek Redwoods State Park there are over 75 miles of hiking trails through verdant forests and along wild and scenic beaches. Nowhere can you better appreciate the splendor of an ancient redwood forest. Take time to walk some many and varied trails. There are all-day hikes and short leisurely strolls. The terrain is relatively mild with only 800’ of elevation gain through out the park.

Watch for native Roosevelt elk in the prairie along the N.B. Drury Scenic Parkway and on spectacular Gold Bluffs Beach. Gray whale, rabbit, squirrel, raccoon, mink, otter, fox coyote, mountain lion, bobcat, and bear might also be spotted in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park.

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Reservations available for Prarie Creek Redwoods at:

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Reservations

Directions:
Take the Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway exit off of Highway 101. The visitor center & Elk Prairie Campground are located at the southern end of the Parkway. Gold Bluffs Beach Campground and Fern Canyon are accessed by Davison Road, which is located 3 miles north of Orick off of Highway 101, 50 miles from Eureka and Crescent City.

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
127011 Newton B. Drury Parkway
Orick CA 95555

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