Lodging and camping Blog

The DogTrekker.com research and editorial teams are experts at California dog travel, with great stories about the best lodging and camping places across the state to stay where your dogs are as welcome as you are. Get the scoop on dog-friendly hotels and lodging, from luxury resorts to economical motels, rustic cabins to campgrounds, vacation rentals to B&B’s.

The Beachcomber family welcomes you and your dog

A family-run hospitality group we’ve long admired recently expanded their Fort Bragg pawprint. Siblings Bob Hunt and Pam Amante—the team behind the dog-friendly Beachcomber Motel, Surf & Sand Lodge, and Beach House Inn—added The Wharf Restaurant and Anchor Lodge to…

The Beachcomber Hotel Group dog-friendly hotel line-up

The flagship, perched directly on the bluff above MacKerricher State Park, the Beachcomber puts 10 miles of dog-walkable beach and the Coastal Trail right out the back door.

Beachcomber Motel balcony chairs facing ocean

A family story 50 years in the making

Every great dog-friendly hotel has a story, but the Beachcomber Hotel Group’s might be the most charming one on the Mendocino Coast.

Stay together on the San Francisco Peninsula

Traveling with your dog has never been easier or more enjoyable on the San Francisco Peninsula. From sleek, design-forward hotels in the heart of Silicon Valley to cozy coastal retreats along Half Moon Bay, there’s no shortage of welcoming…

Furry friend(ly) dining: Enjoy Greater Palm Springs dog-friendly restaurants

Greater Palm Springs is packed with dog-friendly patios where tails wag as happily as forks. From Boozehounds' dedicated dog menu to relaxed brunch spots with sunny sidewalk seating, this desert oasis makes dining with your four-legged foodie effortless.

Fetch sun and sea on the San Francisco Peninsula

Home to 60+ miles of Pacific coastline and 30 miles of San Francisco Bay shores, The San Francisco Peninsula puts beach adventures in easy reach. Conveniently located between Silicon Valley and the City by the Bay, this pup-focused destination features…

Kayla and her big ball. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs

The dog days of summer are here! Got a pup who loves the water? California's rivers, lakes and coastal landscapes welcome four-legged family members with paw-some adventures.

Hit the water on spectacular Lake Siskiyou

Lake Siskiyou is strikingly beautiful, incredibly dog-friendly and delightfully under the radar. Set among the waterfalls and wilderness of northwestern California, near the Oregon border, it’s especially inviting in the summer.

Rove the rivers and coastline of magical Mendocino

Few places cater to water-loving canines like Catch A Canoe & Bicycles, Too. A perennial DogTrekker favorite, this Mendocino coast mainstay runs guided tours and rents dog-friendly watersports equipment on the Stanford Inn grounds. Innkeepers Joan and Jeff Stanford have…

Explore The San Francisco Peninsula – paws welcome!

Welcome to the San Francisco Peninsula — where family-friendly travel includes your four-legged companions. From scenic hiking trails and dog-friendly beaches to charming, walkable downtowns, The Peninsula makes it easy to create memorable experiences with your pet by your side.

Live like a local in dog-friendly Sacramento

Set along the Sacramento and American rivers, Sacramento offers endless activities and an engaging dog-friendly lifestyle. Mornings start on waterfront trails. Afternoons unfold across sun-kissed parks and restaurant patios. Each evening, serene, stylish hotels invite four- and two-legged guests to…

Jackalope's at Tenaya Lodge, a dog-friendly restaurant in Fish Camp, California

The summit of Yosemite escape

This year, it’s time to treat yourself to a family- and dog-friendly California experience that lets everyone feel like a kid again.

Image from Four-day Yosemite Mariposa County dog-friendly itinerary on DogTrekker

ARE DOGS ALLOWED IN YOSEMITE? WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO.

There’s no place like Yosemite Mariposa County in spring, especially when you’re joined by your favorite four-legged friend.

Alerts and tips for a great camping season

The winter has been tough on several areas in the state and we wanted to update you on two roads often traveled by DogTrekkers, as well as provide some money-saving and possibly life-saving tips for fun and safe camping this…

Explorer Cabins, a dog-friendly lodging in Fish Camp, California

You, your dog and Yosemite: Pet-friendly Tenaya Lodge

If you enjoy adventuring with your dog and have always wanted to experience Yosemite National Park, then Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is for you.

Stay and play at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

Winner of the 2015 Sunset Travel Awards for Best Resort for Pets, Tenaya Lodge knows how to take care of your dog! Their Fido Friendly Pet Package includes lodging and the one-time $100 pet fee for up to two dogs.

goloden dog statnding in front of waterfall in Yosemite California

Leave no dog behind when visiting Yosemite

Think about it this way. You’re with your dog just about every day. Do you really want to be apart from them on vacation? At Tenaya Lodge, you don’t have to leave a friend behind. Here, friendship travels. Explore…

Headed for Yosemite? You lucky dog!

In Yosemite, you’ll embark on a getaway you and your little buddy will never forget. Together, you can explore the wonders of the Sierra region at a full-service resort that offers 75 acres of outdoor recreation and accommodations.

Four-paw pet-friendly Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

Anybody who has ever traveled with their canine companion knows that some accommodations are more dog-friendly than others. At Tenaya Lodge, you can fetch a trip you’ll both enjoy. If you like adventuring with your dog and have always…

Winter in Yosemite, the Tenaya Lodge way

Winter officially begins on December 21, but you wouldn’t know it by the snowflakes piling up throughout the Yosemite region. This beautiful region is home to a DogTrekker favorite, Tenaya Lodge.

Tenaya Lodge for couples

After spending an active day skiing, snowboarding, exploring Badger Pass on a guided cross-country tour, or snowshoeing near Tenaya Lodge, you’ll be ready to relax at the Ascent Spa at Tenaya Lodge.

Tenaya Lodge with the dog

If you're planning to visit Yosemite Park, including Badger Pass and other areas in the park that have restrictions on dogs, you have the option of reserving a limited spot at Tenaya Lodge’s indoor dog kennel.

A little boy with his parents skates on the rink in the winter. Active family sport, winter holidays, sports clubs.

Tenaya Lodge with the kids

Yosemite’s Badger Pass Ski Area is set to open this weekend, and you’ll find plenty of outdoor and indoor activities for children of all ages. Embark on downhill skiing and snowboarding adventures (or set beginners up with some lessons!), slide down the…

Hiker at the Glacier Point with View to Yosemite Falls and Valley in the Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Summer soars in Yosemite at Tenaya Lodge

Located just two miles from Yosemite National Park, dog-friendly Tenaya Lodge specializes in memorable summer moments for the entire family.

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