Redwood National Park Campground Location

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Redwood National Park is located 326 miles north of San Francisco and contains a wealth of recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. There are over 200 miles of hiking trails available within the park, and cycling and kayaking are also popular.

Redwoods National Park Campgrounds

Redwoods National Park features four developed campgrounds. Three campgrounds are located within the forests. One campground, the Gold Bluffs Beach Campground, is located along the coast.

Jedediah Smith Campground

Jedediah Smith Campground is located along the Smith River, 10 miles east of Crescent City on Highway 199.

Mill Creek Campground 

Mill Creek Campground is located seven miles south of Crescent City on Highway 101.

Elk Prairie Campground 

Elk Prairie Campground is located six miles north of Orick on the Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway.

Gold Bluffs Beach Campground 

Gold Bluffs Beach Campground is located 10 miles north of Orick on Davison Road. 

Article Written By Jeffrey Caldwell

Jeffrey Caldwell has been a freelance writer for over five months and has published over 250 articles on websites like eHow and Trails.com. Caldwell writes articles on a wide range of topics including travel, camping and automotive mechanics. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Millersville University.

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