Putah Canyon Campground sits along Putah Creek in Napa County’s Wine Country, offering both tent and RV camping with dogs welcome on leash. The campground, also known as Chaparral Cove, has dry campsites with brand new concrete picnic tables and fire rings, so you can set up a comfortable base for exploring the area with your dog.

The landscape here is genuinely nice for walking around. You’ll find trails to hike through with your dog, and the creek itself is accessible for swimming and wading on hot days. If you’re into water activities, the self-launch and retrieval services mean you can bring a kayak or fishing gear without dealing with complicated dock setups. The creek location gives the whole place a cooler, shadier feel compared to the surrounding chaparral-covered hills.

Dogs need to stay leashed around the campground and you’ll want to clean up after them, which keeps things pleasant for everyone staying there. The trails nearby offer good variety—some are easy walks right from camp, while others push into the surrounding landscape if you and your dog are up for more distance. Early mornings are quietest if you’re looking to avoid other campers.

Since this is still Napa County, you’re close enough to wine tasting if that’s your thing (though your dog would stay at camp). The nearest town with supplies is Davis, which is a reasonable drive. The campground itself is pretty minimal on amenities—you’re really here for the creek access and the ability to spend time outside with your dog. No hookups for RVs, so come prepared with water and know you’ll be using the pit toilets. Evenings around the fire ring are genuinely pleasant, especially once the day heat breaks. On-site self-parking makes it easy to go for evening walks without worrying about vehicle placement, and you can arrange your visit through the usual reservation systems well in advance, especially if you’re targeting summer weekends.