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Arnold, CA

Arnold, CA

Where to stay in Arnold

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Cedar Creek Cabin Rentals, a dog-friendly vacation rental in Arnold, California

Cedar Creek Cabin Rentals

Cedar Creek Cabin Rentals offers a diverse selection of vacation cabins in Blue Lake Springs, Lakemont Pines, and Big Trees Village, making it a top choice for travelers…

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Century 21 Sierra Properties, a dog-friendly vacation rental in Arnold, California

Century 21 Sierra Properties

Century 21 Sierra Properties is a dog-friendly vacation rental in Arnold in California’s Gold Country, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.

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Evergreen Pinecone Cottage

Evergreen Pinecone Cottage

Evergreen Pinecone Cottage is a dog-friendly place to stay in Arnold, California.

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Trails, parks & water in Arnold

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Arnold Rim Trail, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California

Arnold Rim Trail

Hike, bike, or horseback ride the dog-friendly Arnold Rim Trail (ART), a mid-elevation non-motorized, 17.5-mile trail system in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains.

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Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Calaveras became a State Park in 1931 to preserve the North Grove of giant sequoias. This grove includes the "Discovery Tree," also known as the "Big Stump," the…

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Lake Alpine SNO-Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California
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Lake Alpine SNO-Park

Lake Alpine SNO-Park is located at the winter closure gate on Highway 4.

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Round Valley SNO-Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California
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Round Valley SNO-Park

Round Valley SNO-Park is located on Highway 207 (Mt. Reba Road), just north of Highway 4.

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Spicer SNO-Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California
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Spicer SNO-Park

Spicer SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 4 at Spicer Road. The park features snowmobile trails to Union and Utica Reservoirs, Summit and Elephant Rock…

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Things to do in Arnold

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Lake Alpine SNO-Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California
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Lake Alpine SNO-Park

Lake Alpine SNO-Park is located at the winter closure gate on Highway 4.

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Round Valley SNO-Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California
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Round Valley SNO-Park

Round Valley SNO-Park is located on Highway 207 (Mt. Reba Road), just north of Highway 4.

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Spicer SNO-Park, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Arnold, California
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Spicer SNO-Park

Spicer SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 4 at Spicer Road. The park features snowmobile trails to Union and Utica Reservoirs, Summit and Elephant Rock…

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17 dog-friendly vacation rentals in the Gold Country

17 dog-friendly vacation rentals in the Gold Country

17 dog-friendly vacation rentals across the Gold Country, from Arnold to Twain Harte, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.

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Calaveras Big Trees State Park with your dog

Calaveras Big Trees State Park with your dog

Calaveras Big Trees State Park lets you stand among giant sequoias with your dog. While pets can't join the dirt grove trails, paved paths near the visitor center wind past towering trees.

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California SNO-Parks: SNO many options for dog-friendly fun

California SNO-Parks: SNO many options for dog-friendly fun

California SNO-Parks are among DogTrekker's most popular picks each winter. These snow-covered playgrounds on U.S. Forest Service land welcome dogs for sledding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Grab a permit and arrive early for the best parking and fresh powder.

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Road trip! explore a scenic byway

Road trip! explore a scenic byway

Fall is prime time for a scenic drive through California's mountains with your dog. Three standout routes cross the Sierra and Cascades, from the twisting Ebbetts Pass to Yosemite's Tioga Road and the 500-mile Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway.

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Do more along Highway 4

Do more along Highway 4

Highway 4 climbs through Calaveras and Alpine counties into a winter wonderland of cross-country ski trails, snow-covered forest roads and ancient redwoods at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Leashed dogs are welcome to join the snowy fun.

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See more on Highway 4

See more on Highway 4

Highway 4 through Calaveras and Alpine counties packs in wine tasting in Murphys, off-leash hiking on the Arnold Rim Trail, and a stunning scenic drive over Ebbetts Pass. Rent a cabin and give yourself a full week.

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