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OSM map layer · LineString
38.21, -120.39 · rel 18291807
38.21, -120.39 · rel 18291807
Arnold Rim Trail
36,1 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
California · 38.21°N ·
120.39°W
36,1km
Distance
multi-day
Climb · estimate
moderate
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
20
views
2
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Summit
2× viewpoint
Remote
Uncrowded
compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer
02 · 4 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× viewpoint
2× summit
San Antonio Falls Overlook
viewpoint ·
466 m off route
35,8 km
99%
Top of the World
viewpoint ·
on the route
36,1 km
100%
Cougar Rock
summit ·
48 m off route
36,1 km
100%
Manuel Peak
summit ·
94 m off route
36,1 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Arnold Rim Trail is 36.1 km long.
At an average walking pace, Arnold Rim Trail takes approximately 9h to complete.
No, Arnold Rim Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Arnold Rim Trail starts near coordinates 38.2651, -120.3447.
Arnold Rim Trail is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.