Sit and stay: Dog-friendly hotels and RV parks in Gilroy, CA

Whether you are planning to bring your dog along on a west coast road trip or a quick weekend getaway, you will find plenty of dog-friendly places to stay overnight in Gilroy, California. And you’ll also find lots of fun for your four-legged friends while you’re here! Read more.

Fall is prime wine time

Group of friends outdoor with woman feeding her dog at the table

Visiting dog-friendly California wineries is a favorite DogTrekker activity. Find tips and insights on dog-friendly wine areas ripe for visiting.

Hiding in plain sight: the Santa Clara valley wine trail

The city of Gilroy is part of the historic Santa Clara Valley, one of California’s oldest wine growing regions and home to more than 35 family-owned wineries and tasting rooms, many of them dog-friendly. Even though some of Gilroy’s wineries have been around since the turn of the century, the region is still one of California’s best-kept secrets when it comes to wine tasting! Read more.

Silicon valley through a Dogtrekker lens

Dogs and people in restaurant in Silicon Valley

No, Fido, Silicon Valley is not just about Google, Facebook and other tech giants. It’s also home to a dog-friendly wine region that’s hiding in plain sight. Just follow Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail signage to craft your own itinerary among 34 family-owned wineries and tasting rooms within 28 miles of each other.

Explore the Santa Clara Valley wine trail

Man holding dog and glass of wine for the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail

Now here’s a wine region that’s hiding in plain sight. The Santa Clara Valley (also known as Silicon Valley) is one of California’s oldest wine-growing regions and home to some 34 family-owned wineries and tasting rooms, many of them dog-friendly. The city of Gilroy, known for its famous garlic festival, is your home base for exploring the region; just follow the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail signage to craft your own tour. Read more.