Featured bars/taprooms
Commonwealth
Modesto
Located in downtown Modesto, Commonwealth is more than just a restaurant – it's a vibrant gathering place where locals and visitors alike come together to enjoy delicious food, craft beer, and good company.
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Contentment Brewing Company
Modesto
A family-owned and operated craft brewery, Contentment Brewing Company in Modesto's College area is a haven for beer enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Wildfire Public House
Modesto
Wildfire Public House in Modesto is a vibrant addition to the city's culinary scene. This bar-centric venue boasts an impressive selection of over 20 beers on tap, complemented by exceptional food offerings that cater to all tastes.
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Time out for Tuolumne County (Yosemite north entrance)
Tuolumne County's Gold Rush towns along the route to Yosemite's north entrance have a relaxed attitude toward dogs. Stagecoach rides in Columbia, vintage train excursions in Jamestown and the scenic John Muir Highway make this a rewarding approach.
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More wet ways to play
Stand-up paddleboarding with your dog is catching on across California. From SUP PUPS clinics at Lake Tahoe to Dog-Paddle Saturdays in San Rafael, there are plenty of ways for you and your pup to ride a board together.
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Tuolumne County (north/Big Oak Flat) entrance
The Big Oak Flat entrance to Yosemite runs through rugged Tuolumne County, where dog-friendly lodging, dining and hikes line the route. Stop in historic Coulterville at the Hotel Jeffery or take the scenic John Muir Highway through Gold Country.
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On the road to Yosemite
The Yosemite Region spans four gateway counties, each with its own dog-friendly highlights. From Merced River hikes in Mariposa County to Gold Rush history in Tuolumne County, the journey can be as rewarding as the destination.
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Skylar and the long way home
Skylar was a young street dog and new mom when she landed in a high-kill shelter with time running out. A Bay Area rescuer pulled her with minutes to spare, and her story highlights the difference rescue makes.
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California’s best dog-friendly sports bars
Catch the big game with your dog at these 10 California sports bars, from Riddick's in Redding to spots in Big Bear, Fort Bragg and South Lake Tahoe. Few things are better than catching the big game with good friends…
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