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.…
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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…
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Secret mountain hikes with dogs in California
Dawn in the Sierra Nevada is a quiet, pink-tinted secret. My dog, Scout, knows it before I do. She thumps her tail against the tent…
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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,…
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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,…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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8 dog-friendly lakes near Southern California to beat the heat
When Southern California’s valleys start to bake under the late-summer sun, savvy dog lovers head for higher ground or cooler coasts. Fortunately, several picturesque lakes…
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