Hadley, California facts for kids

Hadley (pronounced HAD-lee) was once a small place where people lived in Humboldt County, California. It's known as a "former settlement" because it's not a town or city anymore.

What Was Hadley?

Hadley was a very small community that existed for a short time. A "former settlement" means it was a place where people lived and perhaps had a few buildings, but it didn't grow into a permanent town or city. Over time, people moved away, and the settlement disappeared.

Where Was Hadley Located?

This former settlement was located in the northern part of California. Specifically, it was about 27 miles (or 43 kilometers) northeast of a town called Trinidad. Trinidad is a coastal town in Humboldt County.

A Brief History: The Post Office

One of the main things we know about Hadley is that it had a post office. This post office was open for a very short period, from 1880 to 1881. The presence of a post office usually means there were enough people living nearby to need mail services. However, its quick closure shows that the settlement did not last long.