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Yosemite Madera County

Yosemite Madera County

Photo by Dave Kendrick.

Dog-friendly Yosemite Madera County

Maya and Roxanne at Marina Bar & Grill, Bass Lake. Photo by Dave Kendrick.
Maya and Roxanne at Marina Bar & Grill, Bass Lake. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

Yosemite Madera County, in the southern portion of the Gold Country, serves as a gateway for pet parents with their dogs to explore the stunning natural beauty of Yosemite National Park and the surrounding outdoor attractions. Yosemite Madera County itself boasts a variety of dog-friendly trails and parks, from the gentle foothills of the Sierra Nevada to the picturesque shores of Bass Lake.

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