Guidebook for Dorrington
Food Scene
Delicious, old school, red sauce Italian food from a local chef. Very reasonably priced wine list. Outdoor seating in summer.
113 locals recommend
Sarafina's Italian Kitchen
794 CA-4Delicious, old school, red sauce Italian food from a local chef. Very reasonably priced wine list. Outdoor seating in summer.
Firewood
420 Main StTasty, family-friendly pizza spot in Murphys.
Good, basic Chinese food in Arnold. Very friendly staff.
17 locals recommend
Arnold Chinese Restaurant
2182 CA-4Good, basic Chinese food in Arnold. Very friendly staff.
This fruit stand just off the highway offers delicious local fresh fruit, seasonal pies, and most importantly: killer apple cider donuts.
26 locals recommend
Red Apple
4950 CA-4This fruit stand just off the highway offers delicious local fresh fruit, seasonal pies, and most importantly: killer apple cider donuts.
Local pizzeria with great lunch specials, kid-friendly spaces, and a range of toppings from the basic to the gourmet.
9 locals recommend
Murphys Pizza Co.
178 Big Trees RdLocal pizzeria with great lunch specials, kid-friendly spaces, and a range of toppings from the basic to the gourmet.
New American restaurant in Arnold. Emphasis on meats, seasonal produce, and local wine.
29 locals recommend
Dogwood
1224 Oak CirNew American restaurant in Arnold. Emphasis on meats, seasonal produce, and local wine.
Outdoor beer garden offering live music, pizza, and weekly specials. A very fun scene on weekends!
19 locals recommend
Camp Connell General Store
4036 CA-4Outdoor beer garden offering live music, pizza, and weekly specials. A very fun scene on weekends!
Essentials
Big Trees Market
25020 Shake Ridge RdVery well-stocked and reasonably priced market in Arnold.
Bistro Espresso
1225 Oak CirFree wifi and good coffee.
Sierra Hills Market
117 CA-4Natural foods grocery store.
This is the easiest Costco on the way to the cabin from the Bay Area.
18 locals recommend
Costco Wholesale
3801 Pelandale AveThis is the easiest Costco on the way to the cabin from the Bay Area.
Whole Foods Market
5200 Dublin BlvdThis is the easiest Whole Foods en route from the Bay Area.
The local hardware store, with everything from batteries to firewood to snow toys to pool floats.
10 locals recommend
Arnold Ace Home Center
981 Blagen RdThe local hardware store, with everything from batteries to firewood to snow toys to pool floats.
Drinks & Nightlife
Twisted Oak Winery
4280 Red Hill RdA favorite winery in the area. Funny slogans and signs abound.
Very fun bar/restaurant within walking distance of the cabin. They have outdoor seating and games, good burgers, and a fun crowd. And free wifi!
91 locals recommend
Lube Room Saloon
3431 CA-4Very fun bar/restaurant within walking distance of the cabin. They have outdoor seating and games, good burgers, and a fun crowd. And free wifi!
Lovely tasting room in downtown Murphys with friendly staff and nice wines.
7 locals recommend
Tanner Vineyards
435 Main StLovely tasting room in downtown Murphys with friendly staff and nice wines.
Sightseeing
Lake Alpine Lodge
4000 CA-4Beautiful lake up towards Ebbetts Pass. Excellent hiking.
Cool museum on the history of the logging industry in the area.
41 locals recommend
Sierra Nevada Logging Museum
2148 Dunbar RdCool museum on the history of the logging industry in the area.
Bear Valley Lodge
265 Bear Valley RdSki area in winter and recreation area in summer.
Ebbetts Pass Visitors Center & Bear's Lair Inn
830 CA-4Information for visitors.
Shopping
Dea-Bathroom Machineries
495 Main StVery overpriced but super fun shop for browsing if you like old stuff.
The Rusty Knife
2275 CA-4Cool knife and gun shop in Arnold.
Great spot for fishing supplies and license, as well as other outdoor goodies. Very friendly staff!
13 locals recommend
Ebbetts Pass Sporting Goods
925 CA-4Great spot for fishing supplies and license, as well as other outdoor goodies. Very friendly staff!
Great store for outdoor gear and supplies, including kayaks and canoes for sale OR rent. Lots of books, maps, and information on local recreation, too. Locally owned and wonderful people.
29 locals recommend
Sierra Nevada Adventure Co
2293 CA-4Great store for outdoor gear and supplies, including kayaks and canoes for sale OR rent. Lots of books, maps, and information on local recreation, too. Locally owned and wonderful people.
The Spice Tin
457 Algiers StExcellent, fresh spices, blends, and rubs.
Parks & Nature
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
1170 CA-4White Pines Park
Blagen RoadBeautiful spot on the river with hikes, large rocks, and beaches.
18 locals recommend
Sourgrass Day Use
Beautiful spot on the river with hikes, large rocks, and beaches.
This is our HOA's pond. During peak times you may need to check-in, just give our address and name (Eastland). There is plenty of room to play, as well as picnic tables, grills, a changing room, and a swim-out island. Have fun!
Snowshoe Lake
This is our HOA's pond. During peak times you may need to check-in, just give our address and name (Eastland). There is plenty of room to play, as well as picnic tables, grills, a changing room, and a swim-out island. Have fun!
Arnold Rim Trail
Natural Bridges Trailhead
Parrotts Ferry RoadGetting Around
In-N-Out Burger
6015 Johnson Dr