Camping at Gold Bluffs was so awesome! We had the beach right across from our campsite, so hearing the waves and having access to fishing off the shore or hanging out at the beach was perfect. We hiked the famous fern canyon which many people drove to, but the hike from the campground wasn’t terrible. From there hiked into the redwoods. I loved having access to all these beautiful sights! Unfortunately I was a little bummed that I didn’t see any elk on the beach, but I did see them grazing when I drove out to the camp store. Camp store is about 15 minute drive from the campground but I advise to get your necessities before heading to camp because the drive down is long and windy, and pretty narrow.