Fall at Lake Tahoe means golden aspens, cooler trails, and thinner crowds. From easy lakeshore strolls at Kiva Beach and the Rainbow Trail at Taylor Creek to backcountry routes into Desolation Wilderness, the hiking options with your dog are practically…
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From Carnelian Bay coffee shops to secluded coves on the Nevada side, here is your guide to the best dog-friendly beaches at Lake Tahoe. Both shores offer sandy spots where your pup can splash all summer long.
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California rivers offer some of the best warm-weather fun you can have with your dog. Paddle inflatable canoes on the Russian River, float the Truckee River from Tahoe City, or raft the American River in Sacramento.
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North Lake Tahoe has several dog-friendly beaches worth knowing about, from Carnelian Bay and Coon Street Beach to secluded Chimney Beach on the Nevada side. Pebble Beach on the West Shore rounds out the options.
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You don't need your own boat to paddle with your pup. Catch A Canoe in Mendocino offers dog-friendly outrigger canoes, Russian River Adventures in Healdsburg has stable inflatables, and Truckee River Raft Rentals provides a classic Tahoe float.
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North Lake Tahoe is packed with dog-friendly hikes, from the easy Tahoe City Lakeside Trail to the wildflower-rich Page Meadow. The Five Lakes Trail climbs into the Granite Chief Wilderness where sparkling alpine lakes await.
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Your dog can absolutely swim in Lake Tahoe. Pocket coves along Highway 28, Coon Street Beach in Kings Beach, and the mellow West Shore all welcome pups. Rent a kayak or paddleboard in Tahoe City for more fun.
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North Lake Tahoe has plenty of dog-friendly places to stay, from charming Tahoma Meadows B&B Cottages on the West Shore to cabins at Cedar Glen Lodge. Vacation rentals, motels, and boutique hotels round out the options.
Read moreLate March and early April bring ideal conditions for snowshoeing with your dog around Lake Tahoe. The Echo Lakes Sno-Park at 7,500 feet is a favorite starting point, with trails winding through pine forest and along frozen lakeshores toward the…
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Tahoe in winter calls for snowy adventures by day and cozy cabin retreats at night. Cedar Glen Lodge, Tahoma Meadows, and Sorensen's Resort all welcome dogs and offer quick access to cross-country ski and snowshoe trails.
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Snowshoeing with your dog is a great winter activity around Lake Tahoe. Popular spots include Blackwood Canyon, Echo Lakes, Page Meadows, and Hope Valley. Stick to packed trails and keep dogs away from cross-country ski tracks.
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Lake Tahoe delivers ten ways to play with your dog, from swimming at dog-friendly beaches and riding gondolas to floating the Truckee River and paddling kayaks. Add hiking, patio dining, and pup pampering for the ultimate trip.
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