DogTrekker has sussed out the many restaurants, wineries, breweries, and more that are both people and dog-friendly across California for you.

Temecula: A high-desert wine oasis

Temecula Valley. Photo by Leigh Castelli.

Think Southern California, and beach towns, mountains and desert landscapes come to mind. But wine country? Yep, that’s what you get in Temecula, a high-desert town about 60 mile Read more.

Sip and savor with your pup: fall winery-trekking

red and white border collie stands next to case of wine

It’s fall! Besides cooler weather, ‘tis the season for wine-tasting experiences with your pup by your side. Read more.

Capital sipping experiences

group of friends sit at a table with a dog clinking full wine glasses

Sacramento is not only the star on the map of California, it’s a fabulous base camp for exploring wineries in and within a short distance of town (check out our list of great dog Read more.

Woof it up in Vacaville

hanging sign that reads "winery tasting room open"

So…what do you and your pup know about dog-friendly Vacaville and its slice of Solano County? Maybe not much if all you’ve done is zoom past the exits on Interstate 80. Read more.

Mend your mind and thrill your dog in Mendocino County

pug sits at table with glass of red wine and sunflowers in the background

Mendocino County isn’t just about that beautifully sculpted coast. The inland regions are also gorgeous in a green and hilly kind of way. Read more.

Santa Clara County’s pet-friendly wine trail

Street sign that reads "wineries of Santa Clara County Wine Trail"

Every California winery association, it seems, has developed a wine road or trail to guide visitors to tasting discoveries they might otherwise have not known existed. Read more.

Raise a glass to the dog-friendly Delta

chocolate lab sits at table with bottle of wine

Just 15 miles south of downtown Sacramento, the scenic Sacramento River Delta opens up, city life slows to a crawl and the Clarksburg American Viticultural Area offers all kind of Read more.

Eat, drink and be hairy: dog-friendly restaurants and wineries in Gilroy, CA

Gilroy is fortunate to have many dog-friendly restaurants and wineries. No need to leave your dog behind to enjoy a tasty meal away from home—you can just wine and dine al fr Read more.

Discover Mendocino’s inland empire

Interior Mendocino is dotted with redwood groves, wineries, off-the-beaten-path parks and small towns that extend a warm welcome to travelers with pets. Read more.

Vacaville is wine country with an affordable twist

Dreaming of a wine country getaway without the premium lodging prices of Napa Valley and Sonoma County? Here’s an insider’s tip for DogTrekkers: Base yourself in Vacavi Read more.

Wag your way through wine country

Vacaville is an ideal basecamp for touring wine country with your dog. Nearby Sonoma County and Napa Valley get all the attention, but this region is also home to one of California Read more.

Fresh produce and new food trails

From high-end outlet stores to the dog-friendly Western Railway Museum to cafes catering to four-legged family members, Vacaville is a dynamic place to discover something new. Ther Read more.

Mountain wineries that lead the pack

Santa Cruz County is synonymous with sand and surf, but the county has an impressive variety of other gorgeous landscapes, too. Cruise inland for sprawling redwood forests, dozens Read more.

Santa Cruz: waves, wine and wilderness—plus woof, of course!

Summer is here! What better way to celebrate than by hitting “cruz” control and having some fun? Load up your pup and visit sunny Santa Cruz County, the coastal destina Read more.

Coastal Mendocino: sustainable by nature

Fresh sea breezes. Fido-friendly paddling, pedaling and hiking. Sustainable practices and cleaning products. Local wine and produce plated hours after harvest. Simple suggestions f Read more.

Dog-friendly dining in Fort Bragg

The cool thing about staying in Fort Bragg is the access to a wide range of great restaurants. Read more.

Explore Concord with free doggie visitor’s guide

“Dogs Welcome Here!” isn’t just a tagline in Concord. Pups are central to the community’s fabric, and you’ll see that in the way hotels, restaurants, Read more.

Where to eat in Concord

Concord has a dizzying number of dog-friendly restaurants —nearly four dozen and counting! You’ll find several in the Concord Perro Trail guide, including Lazy Dog Rest Read more.

Tenaya Lodge for couples – summer

After spending a long day exploring the awe-inspiring Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, you’ll be ready to relax at the Ascent Spa at Tenaya Lodge. From soothing facial and b Read more.

Tenaya Lodge’s four-paw accommodations

You’ll fetch a trip you’ll both enjoy at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. If you're planning to visit Yosemite National Park, including Badger Pass and other areas in the Read more.