The town of Arnold in Northern California might be tiny but the trees are enormous. Located in Stanislaus National Forest and only minutes away from Calaveras Big Trees State Park Arnold is perfectly situated for a picture-perfect weekend getaway.

As you roll into Arnold, you can’t miss Giant Burger right on Highway 4. Tourists arriving to see the big trees have been stopping for a specialty burger, hot dog, or fish and chips since 1968.
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Arnold Black Bear Inn is perfect for a romantic getaway or a girls' weekend. This bed and breakfast has five well-appointed rooms to choose from, each with a private bath. You’ll also enjoy the hot tub, creek, and meadows.
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Your stay at Black Bear Inn includes an exquisite gourmet breakfast.
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The big draw to Arnold (and we mean BIG) is Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Plan to spend the day wandering the trails and marveling at the giant sequoias. In addition to a range of trails from easy to strenuous, the park offers guided hikes, astronomy nights, and campfire programs.
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Calaveras Big Trees is home to trees as tall as the Statue of Liberty that are thought to be as old as 2,000 years.
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Stop by the Sierra Nevada Logging Museum to learn the history of logging in the area. The museum is only open on the weekends but you are welcome to visit the outdoor displays of large logging equipment, trains, and vehicles any day.
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Nate and Bonnie Randall have owned and operated Hinterhaus Distilling since 2020. This unique distillery, located 4000 feet above sea level, crafts award-winning spirits and offers cocktails or tastings of its vodka, gin, and whiskey in its tasting room.
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The perfect combination of nature, great food, and hospitality will leave you relaxed, recharged and ready to plan your next visit to Arnold, Northern California.

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Giant Burger, 846 CA-4, Arnold, CA 95223, USA
Black Bear Inn, 1343 Oak Cir, Arnold, CA 95223, USA
Calaveras Big Trees State Park, California, USA
Sierra Nevada Logging Museum, 2148 Dunbar Rd, Arnold, CA 95223, USA
Hinterhaus Distilling LLC, 925 CA-4 Suites S1 &, S2, Arnold, CA 95223, USA