Douglas County sits on the Nevada side of the Lake Tahoe basin and offers dog-friendly adventures from alpine peaks to high-desert valleys. The historic town of Genoa, Nevada’s oldest settlement, welcomes leashed dogs along its main street and at several outdoor dining patios with stunning Sierra views.

The communities of Minden and Gardnerville provide easy access to the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, where you and your dog can hike through pine forests, meadows, and along mountain streams. Closer to the lake, leashed dogs can explore trails at Van Sickle Bi-State Park and take in panoramic Tahoe views. In summer, dog-friendly patios abound in the Tahoe-area restaurants, while fall brings stunning golden aspen groves along Carson Valley back roads that are perfect for a scenic drive with your pup.