Ferndale: A charming village to bark about
A reader shares her love for Ferndale, a Victorian village in Humboldt County with locally owned shops, great food, dog-friendly lodging at the Shaw House Inn and beaches just outside town.
Read moreA reader shares her love for Ferndale, a Victorian village in Humboldt County with locally owned shops, great food, dog-friendly lodging at the Shaw House Inn and beaches just outside town.
Read moreFive favorite waterfront campgrounds where dogs can splash and play, from Big Lagoon in Humboldt County to Pismo State Beach on the Central Coast, with stops at Lake Tahoe, Santa Cruz and Big Sur along the way.
Read moreDogTrekker.com highlights the best dog-friendly wine regions across California, from Mendocino and Sonoma to Napa, Gold Country, and the Central Coast, with an interactive map to help you plan your next tasting adventure with your pup.
Read moreThe Sequoia Humane Society in Eureka is a no-kill shelter that keeps dogs and cats as long as needed to find forever homes. They also offer spay and neuter assistance, microchipping, and the Tailwaggers Thrift Shop.
Read moreThe 31-mile Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt County winds through magnificent old-growth redwoods and wonderfully kitschy roadside attractions. Drive through the Chandelier Tree and explore a 250-acre redwood wilderness with your dog.
Read moreHumboldt County's Redwood Coast is cool enough to keep your dog comfortable while you check out the Bigfoot Museum in Willow Creek. Nearby, Sequoia Park and Arcata Community Forest offer great dog-friendly walks through ferny woodlands.
Read moreEureka makes an ideal base for exploring Humboldt's redwood country with your dog. Off-leash beaches, the five-mile Hammond Coastal Trail, and a laid-back waterfront town with flannel-shirt charm and real sophistication await you and your pup.
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