Wake up to a Roosevelt elk grazing ten feet from your trailer door. That's not a rare occurrence at Elk Country RV Resort and Campground outside Trinidad, California, where a free-roaming herd regularly moves through the grounds, sometimes surrounding rigs before dawn. The campground sits along Highway 101, split into two distinct zones: an open meadow section with wide sightlines and no shade, and a wooded section that reviewers consistently describe as dark and damp. Most campers recommend the meadow side for the elk sightings and the open feel, though sites there run close together when the park fills up.
The resort accommodates RVs up to 50 feet with full hookups, electric, water, and sewer, and sites include picnic tables and fire rings. "It was large enough for our trailer and truck and decently spaced from our neighbors," notes Erin S. about her meadow site. Bathrooms are consistently reported as clean, with enough stalls to handle a crowd. Showers require quarters at $1.50 for six minutes, so bring coin or exchange cash at the front desk. WiFi is free for 30 minutes per day, with paid extensions available, though the signal is weak in some sites. Verizon coverage is also unreliable across the property.
A beach access road sits almost directly across from the campground entrance. Redwood National Park trails, including the Lady Bird Johnson Grove loop, are roughly a 20-minute drive. The campground also has a small on-site store with basic supplies, a laundry room with several machines, and a historic one-room schoolhouse with museum displays that staff will unlock on request.
Highway noise is audible from sites closest to the road, and the campground has over 500 sites total, which means summer and holiday weekends draw significant crowds. Arriving during a holiday closure without a confirmed site assignment can cause confusion, as at least one reviewer experienced. Winter visits tend to be quieter, and elk sightings remain consistent year-round. Reservations are available and advisable for busy periods. Campers wanting a different setup nearby can look at Humboldt Lagoons State Park Campground or the more remote Dry Lagoon Walk-In Campground -- Humboldt Lagoons State Park for a contrast in scale and access.
Description
Nestled along the scenic Redwood Highway in Trinidad, California, Elk Country RV Resort & Campground is a sprawling 200-acre sanctuary set amidst majestic old-growth trees and lush, sunlit meadows. True to its name, the property is famous for its resident herd of Roosevelt elk, which frequently graze through the grounds and offer guests an unforgettable wildlife viewing experience.
The resort provides a diverse camping experience split between open, bright meadow sites and tranquil, secluded forest spots. It is fully equipped to accommodate all types of travelers, featuring big-rig friendly RV sites with full hookups (water, sewer, and 30/50 amp electricity) alongside charming tent sites nestled near the trees. On-site property highlights include a peaceful private lake with a small waterfall, a country store for essentials and gear, clean restrooms, hot showers, and a laundry facility.
Conveniently located just a mile from the ocean beach and minutes away from local hiking trails, Fern Canyon, and the Redwood National and State Parks, Elk Country RV Resort serves as the ideal gateway for exploring the natural wonders of Northern California.
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Map & DirectionsElk Country RV Resort & Campground is located in California near Orick
Address
216 Idlewood Lane
Trinidad, CA 95570
Coordinates
41.22339760107545 N
124.0867191089867 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 10/26/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 10/26/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 10/14/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 10/26/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 10/26/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 10/14/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 26 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 2 hrs 53 min from Medford, OR
- 3 hrs from Redding, CA















































