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Auburn, CA

Auburn, CA

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Auburn Gold Country RV Park

Auburn Gold Country RV Park, located in the Gold Country and foothills of the Sierra's in historic Auburn, offers a serene retreat for travelers exploring the region.

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Auburn RV Resort, a dog-friendly campground in Auburn, California

Auburn RV Resort

Auburn RV Resort is conveniently located in Auburn with easy access to countless hiking, riding and biking trails, as well as the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the American River,…

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Auburn State Recreation Area

Dogs on leash are allowed everywhere within 35,000-acre Auburn State Recreation Area except at Lake Clementine.

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Best Western Golden Key, a dog-friendly hotel in Auburn, California

Best Western Golden Key

The Best Western Golden Key is a dog-friendly hotel located in Auburn.

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Foothills Motel, a dog-friendly hotel in Auburn, California

Foothills Motel

Foothills Motel of Auburn is a modernized, dog-friendly 50’s Motel with a retro flair located in Auburn, Placer County, California.

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Where to eat & drink in Auburn

Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs

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Auburn Alehouse

Auburn Alehouse is a brewpub located in Old Town Auburn featuring freshly crafted beers and ales, good food and a dog-friendly outdoor patio that is shaded in the summer and…

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Bonitata Boutique Wine

Bonitata Boutique Wine has been a staple in the Sacramento and Sierra Foothills wine scene for over a decade, located in Auburn within the historic Bernhard Museum complex's…

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In-N-Out Burger, a dog-friendly restaurant in Auburn, California

In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger in Auburn is not just a pit stop for hungry travelers—it's a haven for dog owners looking to treat their furry companions to a delicious meal.

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Knee Deep Brewing Company, a dog-friendly bar in Auburn, California

Knee Deep Brewing Company

Knee Deep Brewing Company, a family-run independent Microbrewery in Auburn, is renowned for crafting bold, hoppy West Coast-style brews.

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Lone Buffalo Vineyards, a dog-friendly winery in Auburn, California

Lone Buffalo Vineyards

Dog-friendly Lone Buffalo Vineyards, launched in 2007 in Auburn, CA offers on-site wine tasting and sales in the laid-back style of the Sierra Foothills. Meet the winemaker, view…

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Trails, parks & water in Auburn

Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches

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Ashley Memorial Dog Park, a dog-friendly dog park in Auburn, California

Ashley Memorial Dog Park

In Auburn, Placer County, the Ashley Memorial Dog Park is a haven for furry companions and their owners alike.

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Auburn State Recreation Area

Dogs on leash are allowed everywhere within 35,000-acre Auburn State Recreation Area except at Lake Clementine.

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Hidden Falls Regional Park, a dog-friendly accessible destination in Auburn, California

Hidden Falls Regional Park

Hidden Falls Regional Park is a 1,200-acre regional park in Auburn, California. The park offers 30 miles of hiking/equestrian trails in Placer County and the Sierra Nevada foothills.

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Western States Pioneer Express, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Auburn, California

Western States Pioneer Express

Specializing in dog-friendly listings, they present the Western States Pioneer Express Recreation Trail, a captivating 9-mile round trip trail near Auburn in Placer County. This popular out-and-back trail…

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Bridgeview trail

Bridgeview Trl at Auburn State Recreation Area. 0.8 miles.

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Local services in Auburn

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Auburn Animal Shelter, a dog-friendly animal rescue in Auburn, California

Auburn Animal Shelter

Auburn Animal Shelter, located in Placer County, Gold Country, is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of animals and people in the region.

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NorCal Aussie Rescue, Inc.

NorCal Aussie Rescue, Inc.

NorCal Aussie Rescue, Inc., a California Non Profit Charitable Corporation established in 2003, is a dedicated rescue organization based in Auburn, Placer County.

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NorCal Poodle Rescue, a dog-friendly animal rescue in Auburn, California

NorCal Poodle Rescue

NorCal Poodle Rescue, the third largest poodle rescue in the United States, has been a beacon of hope for poodles and poodle mixes since 1985.

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Second Chance German Shepherd, Auburn

Second Chance German Shepherd

Second Chance German Shepherd Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing German shepherd dogs in the greater Bay Area and Sacramento/Roseville regions of Northern California, extends its compassionate…

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Animal Medical Center Auburn, Auburn

Animal Medical Center Auburn

Animal Medical Center Auburn is an emergency veterinary or pet services provider in Auburn in California’s Gold Country.

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More about Auburn

Why spring is the best-kept secret in Gold Country

Why spring is the best-kept secret in Gold Country

If you've been waiting for the right moment to load up the car and point it toward the Sierra foothills, this is it.

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Hidden Falls Regional Park: dog-friendly hikes in Placer County

Hidden Falls Regional Park: dog-friendly hikes in Placer County

Hidden Falls Regional Park near Auburn offers 1,200 acres of wide, well-maintained trails through oak foothills, shady creek corridors, and seasonal waterfalls. The approachable terrain works for dogs of all ages and energy levels, with loops you can tailor to your day.

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Paw-some road trips from Sacramento

Paw-some road trips from Sacramento

Sacramento's big backyard delivers dog-friendly road trips to Placer County waterfalls, Gold Country mining trails, and small-batch wineries in the Sacramento River Delta. Two-room suites at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade make a comfortable home base.

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Day tripping through Gold Country

Day tripping through Gold Country

Gold Country towns east of Sacramento roll out the welcome mat for dogs. Hike wildflower-lined trails at Auburn State Recreation Area, walk through history at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park and stroll the 35-mile El Dorado Trail.

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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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Eat and drink like a local in Placer County

Eat and drink like a local in Placer County

Placer County's farm-to-table food scene welcomes dogs at breweries, restaurants, and wine trail stops. Highlights include Dueling Dogs Brewing Co. on a 10-acre Lincoln ranch, The Monk's Cellar in Roseville, and lakeside barbecue in Tahoe City.

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