Redding's stunning Sundial Bridge anchors a network of dog-friendly trails along the Sacramento River. Stroll the glass-decked span, explore the McConnell Arboretum, then follow the 19-mile Sacramento River Trail all the way to massive Shasta Dam.
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Float six miles down the American River from Sunrise Bridge to River Bend Park on a dog-friendly raft rental from Sacramento. The gentle Class I water winds through a lush greenbelt with plenty of swimming stops.
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A roundup of exceptional dog-friendly campgrounds across Northern California, from spacious Gerle Creek Reservoir sites to wildflower-rich Woods Lake near Carson Pass, secluded Kidd Lake, coastal MacKerricher State Park, and the redwood groves of Pfeiffer Big Sur.
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Tiny Lee Vining sits at the gateway to Mono Lake's otherworldly tufa towers and Yosemite's Tioga Pass. Leashed dogs can explore the national forest scenic area, and nearby Twenty Lakes Basin offers Yosemite-caliber scenery without the park's pet restrictions.
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The hike to Horsetail Falls near Twin Bridges is a Tahoe-area classic, but hot granite slabs can scorch paws on summer days. The Pyramid Creek Loop offers a shady alternative with granite-rimmed swimming pools and dense pine forest along the…
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The Sacramento River Delta is a watery maze of old-time bridges, levee roads, and farm towns where time moves slowly. Drive Highway 160 with your dog, stroll through historic Locke, and sample Delta wines.
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Give your dog a Thanksgiving treat with this simple recipe using holiday leftovers. Ground turkey, carrots, peas, and stuffing bread cubes topped with homemade gravy make a wholesome meal that will have your pup licking the bowl clean.
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Golden State Greyhound Adoption places retired racing greyhounds in Bay Area and Sacramento homes. These sweet, gentle dogs adapt well to home life after their track careers end, and volunteers foster each one until the right permanent family comes along.
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