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Alpine Meadows, CA

Alpine Meadows, CA

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Five Lakes Trail, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Alpine Meadows, California

Five Lakes Trail

This moderate hike rewards with great scenery and a string of five sparkling lakes open for fishing and swimming. It's about 5 miles round-trip from the trailhead on…

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Stanford Rock Access trail — Google Places photo

Stanford Rock Access trail

Stanford Rock Access Trl at Ward Creek Park Property. 1.0 miles.

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Timberland Connector trail — Google Places photo

Timberland Connector trail

Timberland Connector Trl at Ward Creek Park Property. 0.2 miles.

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Spring forward at Lake Tahoe

Spring forward at Lake Tahoe

Spring is Tahoe's overlooked shoulder season, and that's exactly why it works so well with a dog. Snow melts off the lower trails, crowds vanish, and the lake shifts through shades of blue while meltwater-fed rivers run fast through pine forests.

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Lake Tahoe: Winter fun with your dog

Lake Tahoe: Winter fun with your dog

Winter in North Lake Tahoe brings fewer crowds, deep snow, and a landscape made for long walks with your dog. From Truckee's gritty main street to Kings Beach's quiet shoreline and Tahoe City's groomed Nordic trails, each community offers its own version of cold-weather adventure.

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California glamping your dog will dig

California glamping your dog will dig

From coastal safari tents and redwood Airstreams to vineyard cabins and desert retreats, California's dog-friendly glamping scene offers the best of outdoor adventure without sacrificing creature comforts. Pack the treats and let the tail-wagging begin.

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Desert days & mountain stays

Desert days & mountain stays

Glamping in California's mountains and deserts pairs epic scenery with dog-friendly comfort. From safari tents near Yosemite to Western-themed lodging at the gateway to Anza-Borrego, these retreats offer hiking, stargazing and wide-open spaces for your pup. From alpine meadows to starry desert.

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Dreamy Placer County hotels for dogs and their families

Dreamy Placer County hotels for dogs and their families

Placer County has dog-friendly hotels and rentals from Roseville to Lake Tahoe. Options range from the retro-cool Foothills Motel in Auburn and modern Basecamp Hotel in Tahoe City to pet-welcoming cabin and lakefront home rentals throughout the region.

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Plowed dog walking trails? We’ll bark for that!

Plowed dog walking trails? We’ll bark for that!

After a snowstorm, North Lake Tahoe plows several walking trails so you and your dog can get outside without snowshoes or skis. Options include the Palisades Tahoe bike path, the Truckee River Legacy Trail, and many more around the lake.

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