Featured attractions
Cannery Row
Monterey
Welcome to Cannery Row in Monterey, California, the most popular vacation destination on California's Central Coast. This historic waterfront district on Monterey Bay was made famous by writer John Steinbeck, who illustrated Cannery Row life in his colorful stories.
Read more
Roaring Camp Railroads
Felton
Roaring Camp Railroads is a family-friendly (dogs included, of course) railroad that operates steam excursion trains on a narrow-gauge track once used to haul giant redwood logs from the forest.
Read more
Ventura Harbor Village
Ventura
Ventura Harbor Village is a dog-friendly coastal destination offering plenty of fun for both you and your dog.
Read moreOther attractions
17 Mile Drive
Pebble Beach
17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey County, is a renowned scenic route that captivates visitors with its breathtaking coastal views and lush Del Monte Forest.
Read moreDallidet Adobe and Gardens
San Luis Obispo
Tucked away in a quiet corner of San Luis Obispo is the Dallidet Adobe & Gardens.
Read moreHarford Pier
San Luis Obispo
The Harford Pier, established in 1873 by John Harford, stands as a historic landmark in San Luis Obispo County.
Read moreMonarch Butterfly Grove
Pismo Beach
Monarch Butterfly Grove is a dog-friendly attraction in Pismo Beach in California’s Central Coast, near dog-friendly parks and open spaces.
Read moreMonterey Bay Whale Watch Boat
Monterey
Monterey Bay Whale Watch offers year-round whale watching trips to observe the spectacular diversity and abundance of whales and dolphins inhabiting the Bay. Monterey is the best place in the nation to view a variety of marine mammals and seabirds.
Read moreOstrichland USA
Solvang
Ostrichland USA in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, on the Central Coast is a must-visit destination for those looking to interact with ostriches and emus up close.
Read moreSolvang Trolley and Carriage
Santa Ynez
The Solvang Trolley, also known as The Honen ("The Hen" in Danish), was introduced when Axel Nielsen hired Chris Kleebo to build a motorized, Danish-style Streetcar in 1964 that would pick up shoppers from the Solvang Lutheran Home to take them to Nielsen's Market, and
Read moreVentura Visitor Center
Ventura
At the Ventura Visitor Center, dogs are welcomed with open arms and a jar chock full of dog treats at the ready.
Read moreMore Adventures in Central Coast
8 dog-friendly cabins in Monterey and Big Sur
8 dog-friendly cabins across Monterey and Big Sur, from Big Sur to Pacific Grove, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
Read more
Spring in Paso Robles with your dog
Paso Robles wine country has a short window every year when the hills turn electric green, the vines are just starting to leaf out, and the tasting rooms…
Read more
Central Coast nesting season: a dog owner’s calendar
Month-by-month guide to Central Coast beach closures for snowy plover nesting, plus dog-friendly beaches that stay open March through September.
Read more
Heatstroke and hot pavement: California dog summer safety
Heatstroke kills 50–64% of affected dogs, and 3 out of 4 cases are caused by exercise — not hot weather alone. Here's what California dog owners need to know about hot pavement, warning signs, emergency cooling, and the state law…
Read more
An easy California dog trip for seniors
California suits seniors traveling with dogs when the trip is built around short drives, easy walks, cooler weather and stops with clear pet rules.
Read more
Santa Barbara with your dog: what locals keep quiet
Santa Barbara's dog-friendly secret isn't on the downtown wharf: it's in the foothills, the canyons, and a beach the locals still call Hendry's. Here's where we actually go on a Central Coast weekend.
Read more