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896 ft
Distance
21 ft
Climb
00:10:01
Avg time
21 ft
Altitude change
3,847 ft
Altitude min
3,869 ft
Altitude max
3,847 ft
Altitude start
3,868 ft
Altitude end
2.4%
Grade
-0.6%
Grade max
7.3%
Grade min
774 ft
Distance climb
43 ft
Distance down
75 ft
Distance flat
00:10:01
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Sunset Loop Connector Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Arnold Rim Trail System
    Arnold, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 55 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #15419 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #89119 in Trail Running
    • #97859 in Hiking
    • #11768 in Horseback
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    Stanislaus National Forest

Sunset Loop Connector drops down from FR 4N40 and joins P9.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 12 miles avg distance
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05.01.26 Lead Sunset Hike 14 people
Apr 19, 2026 @ 7:13pm (America/Los_Angeles)
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Replaced 3 Digit Signage on entire Sunset Trail Loop.
Apr 14, 2026 @ 11:17am (America/Los_Angeles)
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        Directions to sunset-loop-connector trailhead (38.219550, -120.379740)

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        Sunset Loop
        4 miles • 822 ft • 5 • Loop •
        : This is an ART classic and the venue for ARTA's guided sunset hikes during the summer. Check...

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Sunset Loop Connector

        ▼ Where is Sunset Loop Connector located?
        Sunset Loop Connector is located in Arnold Rim Trail System, Arnold, California, United States. It is part of the Arnold Rim Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.21955, -120.37974.
        ▼ How hard is Sunset Loop Connector?
        Sunset Loop Connector is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 2.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Sunset Loop Connector?
        Sunset Loop Connector has 21 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 3,847 ft to 3,869 ft.
        ▼ Is Sunset Loop Connector a point to point trail?
        Sunset Loop Connector is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Sunset Loop Connector?
        Sunset Loop Connector is 896 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Sunset Loop Connector?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Sunset Loop Connector. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Sunset Loop Connector?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Sunset Loop Connector are:
        • August (2 activities)
        • December (1 activities)
        • October (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Sunset Loop Connector? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Sunset Loop Connector are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Sunset Loop Connector?
        The estimated time to ride Sunset Loop Connector is approximately 10 minutes. The trail is 896 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Sunset Loop Connector?
        Sunset Loop Connector is a very popular trail. There have been 159 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 187 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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