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Paw Press Blog
Welcome to the DogTrekker Paw Press Blog—your go-to source for the latest dog-friendly travel tips, destination guides, and pup-centric stories across California. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or just looking for inspiration, our editorial team brings you fresh content to help you and your four-legged friend explore the Golden State together. Happy travels!
Plan ahead for a Pawsome Yosemite adventure in 2025
Summer is one of the most stunning—and popular—times to visit Yosemite National Park. To preserve the park’s beauty and ease …
Hit the road for Sacramento, the ultimate dog-friendly basecamp
Sacramento’s central location and welcoming vibes make it a perfect launchpad for Northern California adventures. Stroll the city’s riverfront, wander …
High Sierra escapes from Sacramento
From downtown Sacramento, you can reach fresh mountain air within about two hours. Pups are welcome at many of the …
Amador and El Dorado counties: Wine, walks and woofs
Make the short drive south and east of Sacramento to reach the Amador and El Dorado wine regions. Select local …
Day tripping through Gold Country
Day tripping through Gold Country Just east of Sacramento, Gold Country towns roll out the red carpet for pups. Spring …
48 hours of tail-wagging fun in Sacramento
Kick off your Sacramento weekend with a Saturday morning walk through the colorful gardens and wooded corners of Capitol Park …
Wild Blue canine camp is calling!
Daydreaming about where travel will take you in 2025? Why not opt to spend quality time with your pups at …
GO, hit the trails in GOCAL!
GOCAL is known as the gateway to SoCal, but it’s also the gateway to outdoor fun! And who better to …
This Earth Day, DogTrekker spotlights stewardship
Sustainability helped spark DogTrekker.com. Before launching the website, around Earth Day 2011, we sent a newsletter called “Leave Only Pawprints.” …
Top tips for safe Earth Day adventures
“Earth Day is every day,” as the old saying goes, and the DogTrekker team takes that idea seriously. We invite …
Greater Palm Springs: Find your sustainable oasis
Greater Palm Springs brings the California dream to life with blue skies, palm groves, pine-fringed peaks, and unforgettable architecture. The …
Nature Rules in Yosemite Mariposa County
The Nature Rules campaign encourages guests to travel for good, which starts by respecting the natural wonders, people and pets …
Care For Big Bear
Care For Big Bear is a community-wide campaign that promotes responsible tourism, sustainability, conservation and volunteerism. The program empowers residents …
Explore Yosemite Mariposa County with your furry friend
Welcome to the home of Yosemite National Park — Mariposa County, Bring family, friends, and your furry companions to experience the …
Puptopia Festival returns to Big Bear Lake
Join us at Veterans Park in Big Bear Lake on Saturday, July 26, 2025, for Puptopia! This free, dog-centric extravaganza …
The mountains are barking from Big Bear Lake
The snow is melting and spring is blooming in beautiful Big Bear Lake! There’s nothing quite like the fresh alpine …
Say “bone-appetit” to Big Bear
The Big Bear community is extra pet friendly, and that hospitality extends to the many restaurants that welcome your pups …
Spring Into Adventure in Greater Palm Springs
Spring in Greater Palm Springs is all about sunshine, fresh blooms, and outdoor adventures—especially ones with your pup right by …
Top 10 dog-friendly activities in and around Fort Bragg
The city of Fort Bragg has just released its list of the area’s top 10 dog-friendly activities. This engaging coastal …
Dog-friendly adventures await at Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake, nestled in the San Bernardino National Forest, is the ultimate dog-friendly getaway just 100 miles from Los …
DogTrekker’s official spring/summer event guide is live!
With sunlight lingering longer and wildflowers breaking into bloom, now’s the perfect time to play outside. While you’re at it, …
Save $150 – Early bird special for Fall Wild Blue camp
Looking for an unforgettable experience with your pup? Wild Blue Dog Camp is the only nonprofit week-long dog camp in …
Dog-friendly Mendocino County is magic in spring
Mesmerizing landscapes. Recreational richness. Dog-friendly resorts and small businesses. Magical Mendocino County has it all, and that’s why it’s such …
Escape into nature at Stone Ranch and Mendocino Grove
The magic of Mendocino County is on full display at Mendocino Stone Ranch, a 50-acre event venue and retreat shaped …
Local pints, with your pup by your side
Good things are brewing on the Mendocino County Beer Trail. This corner of California is home to the storied Boonville …
Tasty treats for hungry travelers
Mendocino County’s dog-friendly dining venues range from vegetarian mainstays to buzzy burger spots with a pedigree. Consider scheduling a …
Paws-itively welcoming hotel properties
Spectacular scenic beauty surrounds Mendocino County hotels and resorts. Kermit the Dog welcomes guests at Rendezvous Mendocino, a six-room bed-and-breakfast …
Bone appétit: Dog-friendly dining in Yosemite Mariposa County
Yosemite Mariposa County is an amazing place to be this time of year. Winter thawing into spring invites warmer weather, …
Book your next play-cation in Redding
Surrounded by mountains with miles of pet-friendly hiking and biking trails, a river running through it and nine national and …
Mark your calendar!
Immerse yourself in the community by planning a group or personal trip around a major happening. Redding’s annual calendar is …