Secret Ravine Farm in Camino, El Dorado County, offers a Christmas tree-cutting experience where you and your dog can wander through the fields together during the holiday season. The farm grows several varieties including Silver Tip, White Fir, and Blue Spruce, so you can take your time finding the right tree while your dog explores the rows of evergreens. The property has a warming fire where you can gather between tree hunting, roast marshmallows, and let your dog rest while you soak in the festive atmosphere.

Dogs are welcome here, though they do need to stay on leash given all the open space and trees—it’s easy for a dog to get caught up in the excitement and wander off. The farm sits in the Gold Country region, and between the fresh air, new scents, and different terrain, it’s a solid outing if your dog enjoys being outdoors and around activity without being overwhelmed by crowds.

Secret Ravine Farm opens on weekends after Thanksgiving and stays open from 9 a.m. until dusk. They also accommodate early sales and weekday appointments if weekend visits don’t work with your schedule, which is helpful if you’re trying to avoid peak crowds with your dog. The farm’s specific pet policies and any weight or breed guidelines are worth confirming ahead of time, since policies can vary and you’ll want to know what to expect before you arrive.

If you’re heading out from the Sacramento or Tahoe area, this is a reasonable drive that gives you a different kind of outing than typical dog parks or trails. You get the holiday experience without dealing with shopping mall chaos, and your dog gets to be part of something that feels more like an adventure than a standard errand. Bring a camera—the combination of dogs, trees, and that fire pit makes for decent photo opportunities, and the setting itself is genuinely pleasant even if tree selection takes longer than expected.