Plan a spring reset in the Shasta Cascade region

Middle McCloud Falls, Siskiyou County, Upstate California.

Turn travel dreams into real itineraries with the all-new DogTrekker.com. Your ultimate go-to guide for dog-friendly California adventure sparks inspiration while spotlighting destinations like the Shasta Cascade region (aka Upstate CA). This eight-county playground has more than a dozen national and state parks, plus countless trails, lakes, fishing streams, restaurants and hotels that welcome pups. Here’s why spring is a great time to visit:

Butte County: Outdoor wonders and downtown fun

A brown dog in front of Lake Oroville in Butte County. - Dogtrekker

Dogs are welcome at Lake Oroville. Photo by Ashley Baer.

Butte County promises college-town culture and coolness, along with outstanding hikes, beautiful botanical gardens, and sun-splashed patios that serve local Read more.

Butte County: Nature and culture for pups and their people

The sun sparkles across orchards, farm fields, riverfront parks and brewery patios throughout Butte County. Set in central California, at the southern end of the Shasta Cascade region, this dog-friendly destination presents the best of Gold Rush history plus beautiful hiking routes, cultural highlights and vibrant college-town energy. From houseboating on Lake Oroville, to hiking … Continued Read more.

Special events for you and your dog

Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

DogTrekkers are a giving bunch as witnessed by their support for the adoption/rescue community through donations, volunteering, and attendance at Read more.

Butte Humane Society 2019

Dog holding a ball in mouth at Butte Humane Society

Here's Cruiser, a happy, playful Lab/pit mix guy who, like lots of other dogs, lost his home due to the Camp Fire. Luckily for him he landed with the good folks at Butte Humane Society in Chico, where he's waiting for his new folks to come find him. Read more.