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Campground

Elk Prairie Campground

Brown and yellow park sign.

This developed campground is located on the edge of a large meadow.

Photo: NPS Photo

About

Enjoy ancient coast redwoods, grazing Roosevelt elk and black-tailed deer in Elk Prairie, easy access to over 70 miles of hiking and biking trails, and seasonal ranger-led programs. Cabins available. Located in the heart of Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, 6 miles north of Orick, CA.

Campsites

75
Total Sites
21
Tent Only
1
RV Only

Contact

Phone1-800-444-7275
Emailredw_information@nps.gov
WebsiteOfficial NPS Page

Location


Crescent City, CA 95531

Fees

Standard Camping Fee$35.00
CA State Parks Disabled Discount Camping Fee$17.50
CA State Parks Distinguished Veterans Camping Fee$0.00
Federal Senior & Access Camping Fee$17.50

Hours

Reservations are essential from May to October.

wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day

Reservations

Reservations can be made through the California State Parks at Reserve California (1-800-444-7275).

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Directions

We are a six to seven hour drive north of San Francisco. This campground is located on the southern end of the Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway. The closest exit off HWY 101 is exit #753.

Accessibility

wheelchair Access

There is an ADA trail from the campground to the amphitheater. All campsites are level and made of aggregate materials.

fire Stove Policy

Fires are only allowed in the provided fire rings, or in a portable camp stove.

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

The limit is a 27-foot RV or a 24-foot trailer.

rv Max Length

27

additional Info

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trailer Max Length

24

ada Info

Four cabins are ADA accessible.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

classifications

Developed Campground