The Santa Clara Valley, better known as Silicon Valley, is one of California oldest wine regions with 34 family-owned wineries near Gilroy. A Wine Trail pass lets you taste all year, and Kirigin Cellars even hosts AKC events.
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Mendocino County 11 wine appellations blaze with fall color in October. Drive the Highway 128 Wine Trail through Anderson Valley or head inland along the Hopland Wine Road, stopping at dog-friendly tasting rooms along the way.
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Mendocino County is worth an overnight stay, and dog-friendly lodging options abound. From secluded modern cottages at Sheep Dung Properties to oceanfront pet suites at the Beachcomber Motel, there is something for every travel style and budget.
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The Sacramento River National Recreation Trail stretches nearly 19 miles from Redding's iconic Sundial Bridge to massive Shasta Dam. Along the way, you and your dog can take in stunning architecture, riverside swimming spots and views of California's largest reservoir.
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Santa Cruz County is packed with dog-friendly hikes. Walk through redwoods along the Pipeline Trail at Henry Cowell, find a hidden koi pond at Pogonip Open Space, or hop aboard the Roaring Camp steam train with your well-behaved pup.
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Byrne-Milliron Forest in Santa Cruz County combines hiking with outdoor art, featuring sculptures of sprites and goddesses along the trails. Dogs with solid recall can go off-leash, and nearby Henry Cowell Redwoods and Nisene Marks offer even more trail options.
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Gilroy is more than garlic. Mount Madonna County Park offers 4,605 acres of trails through redwood forest, oak woodland, and grassy meadows. Nearby Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch adds 33 more miles of dog-friendly paths.
Read moreWinter is a great time to visit Redding with your dog in uncrowded conditions. Snap photos on the Sundial Bridge, hike the Sacramento River Trail, then chase waterfalls at Hedge Creek Falls and McCloud River Falls.
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Santa Cruz serves up dog-friendly patio dining with ocean views and cozy outdoor heaters. Try the Crow's Nest Beach Market on the harbor, grab a Spicy Cowboy at colorful Snap Taco downtown, or find your own favorite along the coast.
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Santa Cruz County delivers 29 miles of coastline with 15 dog-friendly beaches. Start at Mitchell Cove, the top dog beach, then cruise Highway 1 for more sandy stops. Head inland to Henry Cowell Redwoods for a steam train ride.
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Santa Cruz has dog-friendly hotels for every budget. The boutique Hotel Paradox is steps from downtown, Chaminade Resort offers on-site trails and dog menus, and Ocean Echo Inn puts you blocks from the beach. All welcome your four-legged travel companion.
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Redding is surrounded by stunning waterfalls worth a visit with your dog. Hedge Creek Falls in Dunsmuir is a quick stop off I-5, while the three-tiered McCloud River Falls offer a scenic hike through top swimming hole country.
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