Prairie Creek Redwoods

Prairie Creek Redwoods (http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=415) located outside of Crescent City to the south is one of the larger State Campgrounds. The sites are sprawled along a corridor in the California redwoods and make one of the easier campgrounds to get reservations at, because it’s so large. Right before the campground entrance sits a large, open meadow where you might spot some deer grazing before you enter. The sites are large and spread apart so you do not gaze easily at your neighbor and many of the sites are in the actual forest. This campground makes for great hiking and biking adventures. Families can meet and do adjoining sites and enjoy a great cookout or BBQ. If you’re driving up from Central California, please be advised it’s about a five- to six-hour trek up Highway 101 and into Highway 1. This campground in particular has a nice, cozy family feel about it, as you can hear children screaming and giggling as they ride bikes up and down the trail.