Hoopa, California
For top outdoor adventures in Hoopa, California, the Willow Creek - China Flat Trail is a must-visit. This scenic hiking trail is a moderate difficulty, perfect for those looking for a bit of a challenge without being too strenuous. The trail boasts unique natural features such as the Trinity River, known for its clear waters and abundant fish. Along the trail, hikers can also see impressive rock formations and lush greenery. For those interested in bird-watching, this trail is a prime spot with a variety of species often spotted. The best Trails and Outdoor Activities in Hoopa also include fishing and rafting in the Trinity River. For a unique attraction, the Hoopa Tribal Museum is nearby, showcasing the rich cultural history of the area.
Top Spots in and near Hoopa
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Orick, California
Gold Bluffs & Prairie Creek Redwoods Loop
20.19 mi / 1759 ft gainThis classic cycling loop is a great way to experience a variety of scenery and riding surfaces in The Prairie Creek Redwoods. It also allows you to visit Gold Bluffs Beach and the famous Fern Canyon without the otherwise required parking permit which needs to be acquired in advance. The route he...Read more -
Orick, California
Clintonia Trail Loop
4.06.98 mi / 1033 ft gainClintonia Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Orick, California.Read more -
Forks of Salmon, California
Grizzly Lake via China Gulch Trailhead
4.414.6 mi / 5112 ft gainGrizzly Lake is in the Trinity Alps Wilderness. The lake is know for its brilliant waterfall flowing from the lake's surface straight off the side of a cliff and roughly 600 feet down to the meadow below. Grizzly lake is located in some of America's most amazing and remote alpine wilderness, incl...Read more -
Orick, California
Hike the James Irvine Miner's Ridge Loop, Redwood National Forest
4.512 mi / 1350 ft gainWhat is known as the "James Irvine Miner's Ridge Loop" is actually a combination of trails that creates a loop in the Redwood Forest. For only being around 12 miles round trip, it is an easy way to see the diverse scenery in one hike. In a nutshell, on this hike you get some of the best features:...Read more -
Orick, California
Camp at Gold Bluff Beach
5.0Located at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, the access road to this beach is a dirt road through the redwoods. Once you arrive to the beach area there is a park booth. The charge to overnight is $35 per day. Can also pay a day use fee which is less. The campground is situated some 200 yards fro...Read more -
Orick, California
Friendship Ridge Trail Loop via the Coastal Trail
3.07.11 mi / 1047 ft gainThis loop hike starts at the Fern Canyon Trailhead. To get to Fern Canyon, drive to the end of Davison Rd, also known as Gold Bluff Beach Road. There is a pay station at the entrance to the road ($8 in 2015). After heavy rain, the road may be impassable for passenger cars. From the parking ...Read more -
Orick, California
Fern Canyon
4.51.12 mi / 269 ft gainFern Canyon is located within Gold Bluffs Beach at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park located some 45 miles south of Crescent City, CA. Entrance to the beach area is located on Davidson Rd off the US-101 in Orick, CA. You will need to drive for about 6 miles on the dirt road at the turn of Davidso...Read more -
Junction City, California
Backcountry Camp in the Canyon Creek Drainage
9 mi / 2600 ft gainThe first half of the Canyon Creek Drainage is one of the most popular destinations within the Trinity Alps, but the second half goes largely unexplored and uninhabited by sojourners. Four peaks – Thompson Peak, Wedding Cake, Mt. Hilton, and Sawtooth Peak – surround the basin and offer adventurer...Read more -
Junction City, California
Scramble Thompson Peak
4.022.7 mi / 6100 ft gainThis adventure begins at the Canyon Creek Lakes in the Trinity Alps wilderness. Park at the Canyon Creek Trailhead near Junction City and hike the well-maintained and easy-to-follow trail for 8 miles. Once you reach the Canyon Creek Lakes, your off-trail adventure officially begins. I’d recommend...Read more -
Junction City, California
Canyon Creek Lakes
4.414.35 mi / 2605 ft gainNumerous starting points with over 550 miles of trail and easily 50+ different featured trails depending on length and what type of activity you are are looking for. One of the more popular trails, and rightfully so, is Canyon Creek Lakes Trail. This 16 mile roundtrip hike has an overall elevatio...Read more -
Junction City, California
Fly Fish the Trinity River
The Trinity River is one that is rarely visited by your typical Bay Area resident. In fact, much of true Northern California is "untouched" in the eyes of those who live in The City, which is what drew me to this place to begin with. After a five hour journey from San Francisco, we made it to our...Read more -
Junction City, California
Camp at Junction City Campground
3.0Junction City Campground is home to 22 tent/trailer campsites, paved loop road, vault toilets, potable water, fire rings, and picnic tables. MAX trailer length is 40 feet. The campground is located 1.5 miles west of Junction City on State Highway 299.Dogs are welcome in the campground -- please k...Read more -
Forks of Salmon, California
Caribou Lakes Trail to Upper Caribou Lake
4.017.26 mi / 3907 ft gainHike through the most majestic and unforgettable mountain ranges, alpine terrains, glacier lakes outside of the Sierra Nevada in Northern California. Yes, it's a long drive there and a lengthy hike, but if you have any doubts about whether this is worth the effort, just go! I struggled with the s...Read more -
Trinity Center, California
Stuart Fork Trail to Emerald and Sapphire Lakes
5.027.06 mi / 4213 ft gainThe trail begins just past the Trinity Alps Resort, a private collection of cabins near Weaverville, CA. Hikers wanting an early start can spend the night at the Bridge Camp Campground, located next to the trailhead. The path starts out wide and level, following an old road to the wilderness bou...Read more -
Trinity Center, California
Stuart Fork to Alpine Lake
16 mi / 4265 ft gainNestled in the heights of the Trinity Alps, this hike to Alpine Lake is not for the faint of heart. Before embarking on this adventure call the Weaverville Ranger station to check snow levels as well as the flow of the Stuart Fork River. If you are too early in the summer season the snowpack wi...Read more -
Trinity Center, California
Backpack Stuart Fork to Emerald and Sapphire Lake
25 mi / 4448 ft gainThe Stuart Fork to Emerald and Sapphire Lakes trail features many beautiful lakes, meadows, and an area that resembles a jungle. Dogs are able to use this trail. This trail can be done as a day hike, an overnight, or a three-day backpacking trip. If you choose to make it a three day, the meadows ...Read more
