Put paws to paths in Fort Bragg

Fort Bragg offers miles of dog-friendly coastal trails. The Haul Road Recreation Trail crosses a converted railroad trestle with ocean views, while the Noyo Headlands segment of the California Coastal Trail adds five paved, ADA-accessible miles.

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Put paws on pillows in San Diego

San Diego offers countless dog-friendly hotels, from no-fee Kimpton properties in the Gaslamp Quarter to boutique spots like Hotel Republic with its Thursday Yappy Hour. Budget-friendly chains welcome pets too, making it easy to find a place for every wallet.

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Dogs chill while you dine at The Ravens

At Stanford Inn's acclaimed vegan restaurant The Ravens in Mendocino, dogs can lounge by your side at lobby tables while you enjoy plant-based dishes made with ingredients from the on-site organic garden. Takeout lunches for the trail are available too.

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Pant, paddle, pedal with your pup

Catch a Canoe at Stanford Inn offers a handcrafted redwood "canine cruiser" with a padded deck so your dog can ride in comfort along the Big River estuary. Kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and bicycles are also available for exploring Mendocino's coast.

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Dog-passionate from the get-go

Stanford Inn by the Sea in Mendocino has welcomed pets for nearly 40 years. Guest rooms come with food bowls, organic treats, and furniture covers, while the 10-acre property invites leashed dogs to roam past gardens and ocean views.

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Headed up Mendo County way?

Sheep Dung Properties offers dog-friendly cottage rentals in Mendocino County's Anderson Valley. Choose from ranch cottages on 500 acres outside Boonville or an in-town rental with a soaking tub, all fenced and dog-proofed for worry-free stays.

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Mend your mind in Mendocino Village

Mendocino Village is packed with dog-friendly options, from the Stanford Inn to bluff-top hikes at Mendocino Headlands State Park. Paddle a canine cruiser canoe up the Big River estuary or dine with your dog at Ravens restaurant.

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Dog-friendly brags in Fort Bragg

Fort Bragg on the Mendocino coast welcomes dogs with luxury motels featuring pet suites and leash-free dog parks. Explore the botanical gardens, run free at Noyo Beach, and hike the unusually dog-friendly trails at MacKerricher State Park.

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Little River: A canine paradise on the Mendocino Coast

Little River on the Mendocino Coast rolls out the red carpet for dogs. Stay at the historic Heritage House Resort or the five-generation Little River Inn, where pets get welcome treats, designated exercise areas, and even indoor dining privileges.

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Start at the dog-friendly border town of Gualala

Gualala, just over the Sonoma County line in Mendocino County, is a boho coastal town with dog-friendly lodgings, beaches, and restaurants. Go beachcombing at Gualala Point Regional Park or stay at the ocean-view Whale Watch Inn with your pup.

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River cruisin’ with your canine

Catch A Canoe in Mendocino rents Canine Cruiser outrigger canoes with a raised, padded deck where dogs ride as you paddle the calm Big River estuary. Pair it with a stay at the nearby Stanford Inn by the Sea.

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Scenery rules at these dog-friendly campgrounds

From the Mendocino coast to Lake Tahoe, Big Sur, and the Eastern Sierra, California's most scenic dog-friendly campgrounds put you right in the action. These five picks offer beaches, waterfalls, redwoods, and mountain lakes for you and your pup.

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