4.45228 reviewsPrice
$35 - $80/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
68 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$35 - $80/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
68 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Learn more about alerts →Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Elk Prairie Campground
127011 Newton B. Drury Parkway, Orick, CA 95555
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Learn more about alerts →Creek-side and forest sites like 35, 55, 56, and 63 reward campers who research before booking. Summer mornings bring elk to the meadow reliably, and trail access to Fern Canyon and Big Tree is steps from camp. Bring quarters for the showers and a rain layer even in July.
No electric, water, or sewer hookups and no dump station make this a poor fit for RV campers who need services. Dogs can't go on trails, cell service is effectively dead, and recent reviews flag broken spigots, worn tables, and showers that run lukewarm at best.
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Summer (May 15 through September) is the best time to visit. Daytime highs reach 60-75°F, nights drop to 40-50°F, and coastal fog usually burns off by midday. This is peak season for park programs, elk-watching, and trail conditions. Reservations are essential on weekends and holidays. Winter temperatures range from 35-55°F with steady rain from November through May that keeps trails muddy and the forest dripping. The wet season nourishes the redwoods but makes for cold, damp camping.
May 15–Sep 28 is peak season; best weather, park programs, and views when fog often burns off.
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Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Elk Prairie Campground offers a mix of amenities for visitors. Drinkable water, restrooms, and coin-operated showers are available year-round. There are bear-resistant food lockers at every site, picnic tables, and fire pits. However, no electricity, water, or sewer hookups are provided for RVs, and there is no dump station. Heated restrooms provide comfort during colder months, but showers often face complaints about lukewarm water and inconsistent pressure. Firewood is available for purchase from camp hosts.
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