Arnold

Arnold is a mountain community in Calaveras County situated at roughly 1,220 meters elevation within Stanislaus National Forest. The settlement offers gas stations, groceries, and dining options while surrounded by giant sequoia groves and steep terrain.

The community took shape in 1927 when Bob and Bernice Arnold opened the Ebbetts Pass Inn on this mountain route. A post office was established in 1934 as the settlement grew.

The Sierra Nevada Logging Museum sits on former logging camp grounds and displays exhibits about regional forestry practices.

The town offers basic services including gas stations, grocery stores, and eating places for visitors passing through. Its location on a mountain pass makes it a logical stop for those crossing the Sierra Nevada region.

A local hiking trail crosses through old-growth forests and rocky ridges across miles of terrain. The path was built by community volunteers specifically for foot traffic and bicycles, not vehicles.

Location: Calaveras County

Elevation above the sea: 1,219 m

GPS coordinates: 38.25000,-120.35000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04