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Big Bear Lake Blog

2025 award-winning dog-friendly hotels

Ready to sniff out 2026's best adventures? Our loyal pack of discerning DogTrekkers wants the inside scoop on where to stay with your four-legged copilots.…

Marina Riviera Big Bear. Photo by Hotel Marina Riviera.

Boutique digs in Big Bear

Big Bear Lake earned serious bragging rights in 2025: USA Today crowned it the #1 10Best Lake in the U.S. and #3 Best Lake for…

As Big Bear Lake warms up in 2026, the events begin

Lights, camera, wag! This March, Big Bear Lake takes center stage with the debut of the reimagined Big Bear Film Festival, March 25–31, 2026. The…

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Introducing the DogTrekker Southern California Portal

Sunshine, surf, mountains and deserts, Southern California is a dog lover’s dream. DogTrekker.com’s brand-new SoCal Portal pulls it all together, showcasing the region’s best places to stay,…

Maya (RIP) at the Sacramento River, Redding.

DogTrekker® 15th Anniversary

DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind – whether at home, while traveling, or in shelters. Since June 2011,…

Big Bear Lake: Mountain playtime for you and your pup

Big Bear Lake is a tail-wagging alpine getaway just a couple of hours from many SoCal cities.

Big Bear Lake pet-friendly lodging for every travel tribe

If you’re traveling with the whole pack, planning a romantic retreat or looking for an eco-conscious escape, Big Bear Lake has a dog-friendly stay for…

Maya & Roxanne on a Holloway's Marina & RV Park Pontoon Boat. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

Wagging tails and water play in Big Bear Lake

As the crowds thin, the air cools and the leaves turn, in the fall Big Bear Lake becomes a tranquil playground for dogs and their…

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Fall trails and starry skies in Big Bear Lake

Autumn in Big Bear Lake means crisp mountain air, golden aspens and trails ablaze with fall color—making it the perfect season to hit the trails…

Guide to the best dog parks in Southern California

Runyon Canyon Park, Los Angeles Southern California is a canine playground like no other—a sun-soaked region where city sidewalks quickly give way to sandy beaches,…

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Leash up and dive in: A dog lover’s guide to California’s state parks and lakes

If your four-legged friend perks up at the mention of trails, lakes and scenic adventures, California’s state parks are calling. From refreshing lakeside romps to…

California’s best dog-friendly sports bars to cheer on your team

From the mountains to the coast to the south, California has no shortage of sports bars that don’t just tolerate dogs—they welcome them. Here’s a…

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