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Favorite California campgrounds for dog lovers

From Woods Lake Campground near Carson Pass to Nevada Beach on Lake Tahoe's shore, California has paw-tested campgrounds worth returning to year after year. Pfeiffer Big Sur offers magical redwood settings, while Bothe-Napa Valley puts you minutes from wine country.

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Paws for a Napa Valley overnight

Napa Valley's dog-friendly lodging runs from Motel 6 to five-star resorts like Bardessono and Calistoga Ranch. Downtown Napa's walkable B&Bs, boutique hotels on the river and secluded countryside retreats with leash-optional grounds give you plenty of choices.

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Napa Valley camping with your dog!

Prefer sleeping under the stars in Napa Valley? Bothe-Napa Valley State Park offers tent and yurt camping between St. Helena and Calistoga, while Lake Berryessa's Putah Canyon Campground provides a more remote lakeside alternative for dog owners.

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Like art? Leash up and feast your eyes

Napa Valley's art scene pairs well with a dog walk. Stroll past sculptures on the Napa Art Walk, check out murals along the Vine Trail's Rail Arts District, then visit Castello di Amorosa or the photography gallery at Mumm Napa.

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Carneros, here we come

Carneros, the wine region spanning southern Napa and Sonoma counties, is the closest wine country to the Bay Area. Dog-friendly tasting rooms at Cuvaison, Starmont, Cline Cellars, and Cornerstone Sonoma make for a great outing.

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Gourmet chow-downs with your pup

Napa Valley's dog-friendly dining scene goes well beyond picnic tables. Michelin-starred Bouchon, farm-to-fork Farmstead, and acclaimed Morimoto all welcome diners with leashed companions on their outdoor patios, alongside local favorites like Gott's Roadside and Napa General Store.

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Weatherproof wine tasting with your dog

Rain or shine, dozens of Napa Valley wineries welcome dogs right into their tasting rooms. From Calistoga to Carneros, you'll find treat jars on counters, water bowls at the ready, and even a dog suite at Frenchie Winery.

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Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch

Gunner, a friendly pit mix who lost his home in the Napa earthquake, is ready for a new family. Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch in St. Helena pairs adoptions with community programs that help people and pets stay together.

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Calistoga on a leash

Calistoga at the north end of Napa Valley charms visitors with castle-like wineries, bocce courts, Michelin-starred patio dining and a walkable downtown. Dogs are welcome at tasting rooms, restaurants and lodgings throughout town.

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