When it snows

border collie sits in show behind woman cross county skiing.

Photo by Glenna Haug.

Yes, it will snow again — and when it does, you and your best friend will find groomed cross-country trails as well as limitless tracts of public lands to glide on. Be sure to check with these centers regarding their status prior to heading out. Read more.

Tahoe time

Tahoma Meadows Cottages.

If crowds get you down, visit Lake Tahoe in September or October. You won’t quite have the place to yourselves, but relative to summer holiday weekends, Read more.

Dog-friendly day hikes

mixed breed dog on leash with man wearing hiking shoes on trail

Photo by Stephen Leonardi.

The scenery is what it’s all about at Lake Tahoe, and there are so many dog-friendly North Lake Tahoe hikes that we can only mention a few favorites. If a casual stroll will satisfy, Read more.

Paws overnight at north Lake Tahoe

Two dog-friendly dogs standing on a sandy beach in North Lake Tahoe.

Dogs on the beach at Lake Tahoe.

After checking out the North Lake Tahoe scene, we at DogTrekker.com figure there are as many dog-friendly places to stay in as there are establishments that turn away canine guests. Read more.

Dip into the blue

2 black labs swimming, one with stick in mouth

Photo by Jeremy Perkins.

Of course you can take your dog swimming in Lake Tahoe! True, dogs aren't welcome everywhere, but that's not to say that canine-friendly splash spots don't exist. Read more.