Dogs at Yosemite National Park

Yosemite falls with mirrored reflection in flooded valley

Photo by Mick Haupt.

Yes, you can and should have your dog tag along on your next visit to Yosemite National Park, even though park rules restrict canine companions almost exclusively to campgrounds and paved roads and trails. There’s enough to see (and sniff) for both of you to stay engaged for least a couple of days—and this winter’s heavy precipitation brings the added advantage of budding greenery and gushing waterfalls. Read more.

Get off the beaten track

Sure, Tahoe is great in winter—but so are the Lost Sierra and Mammoth Lakes regions, which take longer to reach but reward with plenty of cold-weather fun. Read more.

Top Spots for Soaking Up Mountain Majesty

Rise above the summer heat at these high-elevation campgrounds. Read more.

Mammoth adventures

Dog by trees at Mammoth California in the fall

Panda playing in the Mammoth Pines. CC kpuipui99 Whether you’re coming to the Mammoth Lakes area from north or south, you’re in for hours of visual delights as you cruise Highway 395, a federally designated scenic byway skirting the snow-capped Eastern Sierra. Read more.

On the way to Yosemite: East entrance

Yosemite. Photo by Visit Mono County.

Cody, Tioga Pass. Photo: Patti Thompson Why hurry to Yosemite National Park when the journey can be as rewarding as the destination? The extremely dog-friendly Yosemite Region encompasses four gateway counties, each with its own unique set of attractions. DogTrekker is celebrating Yosemite’s 150th anniversary with a look at places and diversions for DogTrekkers to check out along the major highway corridors leading to the iconic park. Trek with us along Highway 120 through the East (Tioga Road) Entrance in Mono County. Read more.