Bishop is a high desert gem on Highway 395 where dogs are genuinely welcome. A central dog park, walkable downtown, pet-friendly dining patios and trails with off-leash options make this Eastern Sierra town a favorite among DogTrekker regulars.
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Summer 2025 brings a temporary vehicle reservation system to Yosemite National Park during peak dates. A $2 pass from Recreation.gov is required for daytime entry, but overnight guests are exempt. Plan ahead and your dog-friendly adventure stays on track.
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Yosemite Mariposa County's Nature Rules program helps visitors protect this extraordinary landscape. Travel responsibly by sticking to pet-friendly trails, arriving early, packing out all waste and using eco-friendly sunblock to safeguard the park's wildlife and waterways.
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Mariposa County is home to Yosemite National Park and a wealth of pet-friendly lodging, dining and photo opportunities. Bring your dog to experience the valley's iconic views, Gold Rush-era towns, and trails in the surrounding Sierra National Forest.
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After a day exploring Yosemite Mariposa County, you and your dog will have earned a good meal. Pup-friendly restaurants along the way serve everything from craft beer and burgers to farm-to-table plates and steaming bowls of ramen.
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The Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau partners with DogTrekker on our Leave Only Paw Prints® stewardship values. What those values mean practically, which Yosemite trails welcome dogs, and how to plan a low-impact visit to one of the world's great…
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Yosemite Mariposa County offers dog-welcoming places to stay for every style, from glamping at AutoCamp to the award-winning Tenaya at Yosemite in Fish Camp. Plan ahead for pet policies and pair your stay with nearby trails and wildflowers.
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Yosemite welcomes leashed dogs on paved roads and paths near iconic landmarks like Bridalveil Fall and Glacier Point. Beyond the park, the towns and trails of Mariposa County offer even more pet-friendly hikes, lodging, and dining worth discovering.
Read moreThis four-day itinerary covers the best of dog-friendly Yosemite Mariposa County, from historic Mariposa town strolls and paved valley hikes to hidden gems like the Wawona Meadow Loop Trail and the dramatic granite-walled reservoir at Hetch Hetchy.
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Hundreds of entries poured in for DogTrekker's 2024 Go California Photo Contest, and thousands voted for their favorites. Meet the winning pups, including two Pomeranians waving from Glacier Point and a sidecar-riding dog cruising through Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Read moreDogTrekker's 2024 Go California Photo Contest drew hundreds of entries showcasing pups across the Golden State. The top prize went to two Pomeranians at Glacier Point, while voters chose a sidecar-riding dog in Carmel.
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Yosemite Mariposa County is packed with pet-friendly lodging, from luxury tents at AutoCamp to rustic cabins near the park. Leashed dogs can enjoy paved trails, campgrounds and the B.A.R.K. Ranger program.
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