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Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead

Hathaway Pines, California · Calaveras County · Facility

This is the southernmost trailhead for the Arnold Rim Trail and San Domingo section of the trail.For maps and more information on the trail, visit https://arnoldrimtrail.org/.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High79°F
Avg Low56°F
Peak Rain Chance1%
Humidity37%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality42 · Good
Today
Partly Cloudy
69°/46°
🌬 11mph
5:40 AM8:17 PM
Sun
☀️
Clear
75°/54°
🌬 11mph
5:40 AM8:18 PM
Mon
☁️
Overcast
81°/60°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
5:39 AM8:18 PM
Tue
☁️
Overcast
84°/59°
🌬 11mph
5:39 AM8:19 PM
Wed
☁️
Overcast
84°/59°
🌬 11mph
5:39 AM8:20 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead

This is the southernmost trailhead for the Arnold Rim Trail and San Domingo section of the trail.For maps and more information on the trail, visit https://arnoldrimtrail.org/.

How to Get There

Trailhead is at the heliport on the north side of Highway 4, one-half mile west of the Calaveras Ranger Station in Hathaway Pines, California. Park at the turnout outside the heliport gate and walk in; the trailhead is to your right. The turnout is unpaved but accessible to all highway-legal vehicles.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead

Heading to Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10080901) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Arnold Rim Trail - San Domingo Southern Trailhead?

Trailhead is at the heliport on the north side of Highway 4, one-half mile west of the Calaveras Ranger Station in Hathaway Pines, California. Park at the turnout outside the heliport gate and walk in; the trailhead is to your right. The turnout is unpaved but accessible to all highway-legal vehicles.