Dogs ride and hike free at Palisades Tahoe

Photo by Ciel.

Lake Tahoe is at its glorious best in summer, but you have to be a very early riser to get a parking spot at a dog-friendly beach on weekends. Our advice: Sleep in, then head for High Camp, the high-altitude recreation complex at Palisades Tahoe, where a pool, hot tub, roller rink, limitless hiking options and plenty of free parking await. Read more.

More wet ways to play

golden retriever on stand up paddleboard

Photo by @thatstokedgolden

Stand-Up Paddleboarding, SUP for short, is an emerging sport with Hawaiian heritage that’s caught on big all up and down California. The newest craze: teaching dogs to hitch a ride. A great way for both of you to learn is with SUP PUPS, operating out of Waterman’s Landing Beach Café at Lake Tahoe. Read more.

Get a dog-friendly lift in Lake Tahoe

A cable car labeled "Palisades Tahoe" ascends over rugged mountainous terrain. The backdrop features distant peaks, partly obscured by clouds during sunset. The scene is painted in shades of green from the trees, blue from the sky, and orange from the setting sun. It resembles views you might see on a ride in a Mammoth tram.

Palisades Tahoe Tram

As anyone coming up to Lake Tahoe from sea level knows, that first day of hiking above 6,500 feet is a pant-inducing endeavor.

Winter wanderings in Lake Tahoe

welsh corgi dog running outdoors in the snow

Whether there’s lots of snow or not a flake at lake level, your pup will appreciate a winter break at Northern California’s favorite playground as much as you will. Read more.