--- title: "Things to Do Near Arnold, CA — Tours & Experiences | Arnold Haven" description: "Guided tours and experiences worth booking from Arnold, California: Calaveras cavern tours, Murphys wine tastings, giant sequoia walks, Stanislaus rafting and Yosemite day trips." lang: en json-ld: --- [![](/__l5e/assets-v1/84bf9984-9cf8-406b-aaf5-dbde0a9f8c6a/arnold-haven-mark-white.png)Arnold Haven Arnold · California ](/) [Cabins](/cabins)[Explore](/explore)[Guides](/guides)[Availability](/availability-search)[Support](/chalet-bruin-future)[Merch](/merch)[Book a stay](/cabins) Local knowledge # Things to do near Arnold Caverns, wine tasting in Murphys, giant sequoias, whitewater on the Stanislaus and guided Yosemite days — the outings our guests come back talking about, all within a comfortable drive of the cabins. [Check availability](/cabins)[Explore the area](/explore) Sequoias & state parks ## Giant sequoias and state parks Calaveras Big Trees State Park is four miles from the cabins. Guided walks, naturalist tours and photography outings among the giant sequoias fill an easy half day. [ ![Yosemite Valley Private Hiking Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0b/74/9a/95.jpg) ### Yosemite Valley Private Hiking Tour The Yosemite Valley Hiking Tour is a tour of Yosemite Valley, highlighting major points of interest and visiting popular locations you might see in social media. In addition to providing you with natural and geological history, this tour can point out some of 8 hours 5.0 ★ (86) From $360 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Yosemite-Valley-Custom-Adventure-Tour/d5265-7011P8?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sequoias) [ ![Private Family Hike in Yosemite](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0b/3c/a0/9a.jpg) ### Private Family Hike in Yosemite Enjoy a pleasant half-day hike on a relatively gentle trail in Yosemite Valley or the High Country that will allow for excellent photo opportunities and a chance to picnic perched atop a magnificent vista point or alongside a meadow, lake or stream. These intr 4 hours 4.9 ★ (41) From $195 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Family-Hike-in-Yosemite/d5265-6004P8?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sequoias) [ ![One Day In Yosemite Private Tour:Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point & Giant Sequoias](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/06/73/e2/24.jpg) ### One Day In Yosemite Private Tour:Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point & Giant Sequoias This is the ultimate Yosemite sightseeing experience and the best way to see Yosemite in just one day. We'll start off exploring a grove of Giant Sequoias, the largest living tree species on earth, on a 2 mile round trip hike, before heading out to Glacier Poi 10 hours 5.0 ★ (28) From $500 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Yosemite-Valley-Glacier-Point-and-Giant-Sequoias-Sightseeing-Hike-and-Tour/d5265-69029P8?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sequoias) [ ![Vernal and Nevada Falls](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0d/ed/f6/a5.jpg) ### Vernal and Nevada Falls Wildland Trekking's expert guides are the best in the business, which is why we are the #1 rated Outdoor Activity at Yosemite National Park on Trip Advisor. We will show you the best of Vernal and Nevada Falls by pointing out amazing landmarks, teaching you ab 4 hours 5.0 ★ (25) From $315 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Vernal-and-Nevada-Falls/d5265-170406P17?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sequoias) [ ![Yosemite Day Hike from Glacier Point Including Panorama Trail](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/06/73/fd/5c.jpg) ### Yosemite Day Hike from Glacier Point Including Panorama Trail Trek alongside three major waterfalls in Yosemite National Park — Illilouette Fall, Nevada Fall and Vernal Fall — on this full-day guided hike. After a shuttle ride to Glacier Point, take in scenic views of Half Dome and other landmarks as you learn about the 9h 30m 5.0 ★ (19) From $400 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Yosemite-Day-Hike-from-Glacier-Point-Including-Panorama-Trail/d5265-7011GPDAY?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sequoias) [ ![The Evolution of Yosemite: 5-Hour Hiking Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/15/30/7b/4d.jpg) ### The Evolution of Yosemite: 5-Hour Hiking Tour Your journey begins in the heart of Yosemite National Park, where you’ll meet your guide — a local naturalist passionate about the park’s geology, wildlife, and history — before setting off into the towering cliffs and lush meadows that make Yosemite special. 5 hours 5.0 ★ (14) From $180 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Evolution-of-Yosemite-Naturalist-Walking-Tour/d5265-5518012P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sequoias) Affiliate disclosure These experiences are operated and sold by Viator, not by Arnold Haven. Booking through these links may earn us a small commission at no extra cost to you, which helps keep the cabins and this guide going. Rafting, lakes & rivers ## Rafting, lakes and rivers The Stanislaus watershed runs from the alpine reservoirs above Bear Valley down to the whitewater runs near Knights Ferry. Guided rafting, kayaking and fishing trips all launch within an hour. [ ![Private Full Day Fly Fishing For Beginners and Experienced Anglers](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/06/73/e2/1d.jpg) ### Private Full Day Fly Fishing For Beginners and Experienced Anglers Enjoy the best of the Yosemite area on our full day fly fishing adventure for anglers of all . Whether you want to net Brook Trout in Yosemite's backcountry or spend your day in the iconic splendor of Yosemite Valley, our private guide can help you achieve all 8 hours 5.0 ★ (28) From $305 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Solo-Anglers-Private-Full-Day-Fly-Fishing-Adventure/d5265-69029P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-water) [ ![Private High Country Fly Fishing Adventure](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/06/73/e2/22.jpg) ### Private High Country Fly Fishing Adventure Enjoy a private, guided, catch and release, fly fishing adventure for rainbow, brown, brook and golden trout in the Tuolumne and Merced River watersheds with one of our local, experienced member guides. We provide everything you need to enjoy fly fishing inclu 10 hours 5.0 ★ (9) From $350 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Private-High-Country-Fly-Fishing-Adventure/d5265-69029P7?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-water) Affiliate disclosure These experiences are operated and sold by Viator, not by Arnold Haven. Booking through these links may earn us a small commission at no extra cost to you, which helps keep the cabins and this guide going. Yosemite & Sierra day trips ## Yosemite and Sierra day trips Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance is about two hours from Arnold, which makes a guided day trip the sane way to see the valley without parking and permit stress. [ ![Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point Adaptive Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0e/48/0d/8e.jpg) ### Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point Adaptive Tour See the iconic Half Dome and Yosemite Falls from every angle on this combination tour. We'll start off with sightseeing from the cliffs of Glacier Point looking down 3000 feet into to the famed Yosemite Valley, before we head down for sightseeing in the Valley 6 hours 5.0 ★ (40) From $180 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Experienced-Anglers-Private-Full-Day/d5265-69029P5?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sierra-day-trips) [ ![Yosemite Winter Highlights Small Group Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/12/26/b3/62.jpg) ### Yosemite Winter Highlights Small Group Tour Discover Yosemite is honored to have received Trip Advisors Traveler’s Choice award for being in the top 10% of activities in the World for each of the past two years. We go to great lengths and expense to assure an excellent experience for all who join us on 7 hours 5.0 ★ (40) From $200 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Yosemite-Winter-Small-Group-Highlights-Tour/d5265-391021P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sierra-day-trips) [ ![Yosemite Nights: 90-Minute Stargazing and Stories Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/r/32/b6/00/a2/caption.jpg) ### Yosemite Nights: 90-Minute Stargazing and Stories Tour Begin your stargazing adventure by meeting your guide, then sit back and watch as the valley transforms. Thousands of stars appearing, constellations sharpening into view, and, during the right time of year, the hazy band of the Milky Way stretching overhead. 1h 30m 5.0 ★ (37) From $90 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Yosemite-Nights-90-Minute-Stargazing-and-Stories-Tour/d5265-5518012P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sierra-day-trips) [ ![Waterfalls of Yosemite - Customizable Private Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/r/32/fd/eb/e7/caption.jpg) ### Waterfalls of Yosemite - Customizable Private Tour Embark on an extraordinary adventure exploring Yosemite's legendary waterfalls with a local expert: BRIDALVEIL FALL HORSETAIL FALL ILLILOUETTE FALL NEVADA FALL ROYAL ARCH CASCADE RIBBON FALL SILVER STRAND FALL SENTINEL FALLS VERNAL FALL YOSEMITE FALLS This exp 6 hours 5.0 ★ (20) From $495 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Waterfalls-of-Yosemite-Customizable-Private-Tour/d5265-449449P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sierra-day-trips) [ ![Experience Yosemite: Beginner or Advanced Photography Lesson](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0b/3c/9b/48.jpg) ### Experience Yosemite: Beginner or Advanced Photography Lesson Step into the shoes of Ansel Adams, Charles Weed, Carlton Watkins and Edward Weston during a basic or advanced photography lesson in magnificent Yosemite National Park. Bring your camera to capture the jagged peaks, meadows, rivers, lakes and wildlife of Yosem 4 hours 5.0 ★ (7) From $675 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Experience-Yosemite-Beginner-or-Advanced-Photography-Lesson/d5265-6004PHOTO?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sierra-day-trips) [ ![Devils Peak Yosemite Sunset 4x4 Jeep Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/10/6f/58/9a.jpg) ### Devils Peak Yosemite Sunset 4x4 Jeep Tour Join us on a thrilling 4x4 Jeep tour through the Sierra's, as we take you deep into the wilderness on an old logging road dating back to the 1800s. Our experienced tour guide will drive you to Devils Peak, which is now called Signal Peak and stands at a toweri 3 hours 5.0 ★ (6) From $849 Book on Viator → ](https://www.viator.com/tours/Yosemite-National-Park/Sierra-National-Forest-4x4-Tour/d5265-19970P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00319070&medium=api&api_version=2.0&campaign=arnoldhaven-browse-sierra-day-trips) Affiliate disclosure These experiences are operated and sold by Viator, not by Arnold Haven. Booking through these links may earn us a small commission at no extra cost to you, which helps keep the cabins and this guide going. ![](/__l5e/assets-v1/84bf9984-9cf8-406b-aaf5-dbde0a9f8c6a/arnold-haven-mark-white.png) Arnold Haven Cabin stays in Arnold, California — minutes from Calaveras Big Trees State Park, White Pines Lake and Bear Valley. 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