For best-in-show fun, it’s hard to top California’s sunny capital city. Sacramento is a pup-culture powerhouse with trails, wineries, breweries and farm-to-table restaurants framed by spacious patios. Base yourself at one of the following dog-passionate lodging properties and get ready to explore.
These one-day itineraries sample some of the Golden State’s most exciting activities, including stops that put a unique spin on pet-friendly hospitality. (Please remember, always call to confirm current pet policies and fees before you travel.)
DogTrekker readers love Sacramento’s parks and multi-use trails. The 32-mile American River Parkway might be the best known, and it’s also worth visiting the paths and playgrounds in and around downtown. Many are just blocks from restaurants that roll out the red carpet for pups. Book a stay at the Kimpton Sawyer hotel and discover a different side of California’s capital. Read more…
Sacramento’s status as “America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital” comes from its proximity to more than 1.5 million acres of farmland that support some 160 crops. Nearly area farmers’ markets showcase local ingredients, and chefs incorporate these elements into incredible meals. From the elegant Citizen Hotel, it’s easy to find fresh flavors and excursions for two- and four-legged guests. Read more…
With a thriving craft beer scene and easy access to top wine producers, Sacramento is a tasting tour hotspot. Select taprooms in the city and surrounding communities welcome pups, and sightseers who share their stops on social media can photograph Instagram-worthy murals along the way. The Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento accommodates four-legged VIPs, and it makes a comfortable starting point for local adventures. Read more…
Sacramento’s big backyard offers more adventures than you can shake a stick at, whether you feel like chasing waterfalls in Placer County, tracing old mining trails near the American River, or sipping small-batch wines in the Sacramento River Delta. At night, two-room suites at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade give families and four-legged friends more room to relax. Read more…
