Things to Do Near Hayfork Airport (L42)
Hayfork Airport (L42) is a general aviation airport in Hayfork, California, at 2,338 ft field elevation with a 3,200 ft runway. Mountain valley gateway to the Trinity Alps Wilderness — surrounded by 7,000-ft peaks with world-class fishing below
Restaurants & Dining (1)
Tops Café
The only real diner in Hayfork — local gathering spot for ranchers, loggers, and the occasional pilot. Full breakfast served until 2pm.
Hikes & Trails (2)
Trinity National Forest Backcountry
Six Wilderness Areas, 600+ miles of trail, and virtually zero crowds. Pick up a forest map in town and head into country that looks like it hasn't changed in a century.
Trinity Alps Wilderness — Swift Creek Trail
Gateway to one of California's largest wilderness areas. The Swift Creek trail leads 15 miles into granite peaks, alpine lakes, and old-growth forest untouched by roads.
Adventures (2)
Hayfork Creek Swimming Holes
Locals' secret — granite-carved swimming holes on Hayfork Creek just minutes from town, perfect for a post-hike cool-down in summer heat.
South Fork Trinity River Fishing
Wild steelhead and salmon runs on one of NorCal's premier fishing rivers. Spring and fall runs attract serious fly anglers. Access directly from the Hayfork valley.
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