Featured bars/taprooms
Anderson Valley
Boonville
For over thirty years, dog-friendly Anderson Valley Brewing Company in Mendocino County has been hand-crafting authentic ales and lagers with balance, complexity, and a passion for sustainable brewing practices.
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Boonville Distillery & Bistro
Boonville
What sets this establishment apart is its warm embrace of furry companions, making it a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a memorable dining and drinking experience with their four-legged friends.
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New Museum Brewers
Point Arena
New Museum Brewers and Blenders in Mendocino County is a true dog-friendly family-run brewery located in the rural coastal town of Point Arena. Owners,...
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North Coast Brewing Company
Fort Bragg
Situated in the picturesque town of Fort Bragg, California, North Coast Brewing Company is a haven for craft beer aficionados and their dogs alike.
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Northspur Brewing Company
Willits
Northspur Brewing Company in Mendocino County is a popular destination for beer enthusiasts and locals alike to come with their dogs.
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Overtime Brewing Company
Fort Bragg
Overtime Brewing Company in Mendocino County stands out as a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a unique and memorable experience. This hidden gem offers more than just great brews and delicious cuisine; it's a haven for dog lovers too.
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Patterson’s Pub
Mendocino
Patterson’s Pub in Mendocino County has been bringing a bit of Ireland to the Northern California Coast since 1993.
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Schnaubelt Distillery
Fort Bragg
Schnaubelt Distillery, a locally owned and operated craft spirits distillery in Fort Bragg's iconic Noyo Harbor, offers a unique experience for visitors exploring Mendocino County on the California Coast.
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Tall Guy Brewing
Fort Bragg
Tall Guy Brewing in Fort Bragg is a small-batch craft brewery known for its inventive, well-balanced beers and laid-back atmosphere.
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Ukiah Brewing Company
Ukiah
Ukiah Brewing Company in Mendocino County is a dog-friendly locals favorite, renowned for its dedication to producing exceptional beers and cultivating a welcoming ambiance.
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Disco Ranch Wine Bar
Boonville
The Disco Ranch is the vision of Wendy Lamer, who has more than three decades of fine wine and specialty foods experience.
Read moreGowan’s Heirloom Cider
Philo
There's no better place to drink cider than under an apple tree. With fresh air, blue skies, and plenty of space, Gowan’s Heirloom Cider welcomes you to California's first-ever cider tasting orchard.
Read moreHare In The Forest Brewing
Potter Valley
Hare In The Forest Brewing specializes in small-batch, home-brewed craft beer with 15 different flavors available. They focus on providing personalized service for events, offering catering or keg drop-off options for those who prefer home brewed craft beer over mass-produced commercial brands.
Read moreMendoVino
Mendocino
Listen to the crash of the Pacific as you sample stunning wines in the beautiful tasting room at MendoVino. Designed in-house and entirely outfitted by local craftsmen, it, like MendoVino's wines, engages all the senses.
Read morePatterson’s Pub
Mendocino
Patterson’s Pub is an Irish-style pub located in a historic 1866 rectory on the Mendocino Coast. The establishment offers comfort pub meals, 27 brews on tap, and late-night dining in an over 21 adult atmosphere.
Read moreRapscallion Spirits Co.
Ukiah
Located in the picturesque Mendocino County, Rapscallion Spirits Co. stands out as a unique gem in Ukiah, California. This innovative distillery prides itself on crafting exceptional spirits that defy convention and challenge the status quo.
Read moreTamar Distillery
Redwood Valley
Tamar Distillery Inc. Mendocino Spirits was founded in 2008. The Redwood Valley distillery makes Low Gap Whiskey, Russell Henry Gins,
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Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs
The dog days of summer are here! Got a pup who loves the water? California's rivers, lakes and coastal landscapes welcome four-legged family members with paw-some adventures.
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Rove the rivers and coastline of magical Mendocino
Few places cater to water-loving canines like Catch A Canoe & Bicycles, Too. A perennial DogTrekker favorite, this Mendocino coast mainstay runs guided tours and rents dog-friendly watersports equipment on the Stanford Inn grounds. Innkeepers Joan and Jeff Stanford have…
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Stanford Inn: Green, gorgeous and welcoming for 45 years
The Stanford Inn by the Sea in Mendocino celebrates 45 years of welcoming dogs with ocean-view rooms, plant-based dining, spa services and nature walks. This eco-resort treats four-legged guests like family, with treats, beds and coastal trails nearby.
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Redwoods, shallow roots, and dogs on fire roads
Coast redwoods have roots just 6-12 feet deep but 100 feet wide. Here's why that shapes where your dog can walk in California's redwood parks.
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Roosevelt elk and dogs: rules for the North Coast
Roosevelt elk, bears, seal pups, plovers — California's North Coast is thick with wildlife. Here's exactly what to do when your dog meets them.
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Pups for the planet: leaving only paw prints
This Earth Day, DogTrekker is celebrating something worth wagging about: our community. A recent reader survey shows 99% of you pack it in and pack it out, and 95% leash up in sensitive habitats. Now, that’s a pack worth howling…
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