Hotels in Orick

Ancient redwoods reach skyward in Redwood National and State Parks, where trails wind through forests that feel like nature's cathedrals. Roosevelt elk graze nonchalantly in meadows, often visible from the road through town, wearing their ear tags like casual jewelry. Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park offers encounters with these magnificent creatures who seem remarkably unbothered by human admirers. Gold Bluffs Beach combines the improbable pairing of massive trees and pristine shoreline, while Redwood Creek Beach provides a quieter alternative. The Thomas H. Kuchel Visitor Center offers maps for kayaking adventures on the Klamath River, where the water flows through landscapes that make smartphones seem suddenly inadequate.