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National Hotel
Jamestown
The National Hotel, established in 1859, stands as one of California's oldest continuously operated hotels. Under the meticulous care of brothers Stephen and Michael Willey since 1974, this historic gem in Jamestown, Tuolumne County, offers a unique glimpse into the past.
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All aboard for Gold Country history
Tuolumne County's Gold Country is home to two must-visit heritage railroads. Railtown 1897 State Historic Park features Hollywood's famous Movie Railroad, while the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad offers narrated steam train rides near Yosemite.
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Tuolumne County: Heart of Gold Country
Tuolumne County's wine and craft beverage trail features dog-friendly stops like Indigeny Reserve, a 160-acre property producing hard cider and spirits outside Sonora. In historic Jamestown, three tasting rooms and a steam train ride await you and your pup.
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Hike, splash, camp at Tuolumne County lakes
Tuolumne County's mountain lakes offer swimming, hiking, camping and boating with your dog. From popular Pinecrest Lake to massive Lake Don Pedro, where you can rent a dog-friendly houseboat, there is a waterside adventure for every pup.
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Into the Tuolumne County high country
Tuolumne County stretches from Gold Rush towns like Sonora and Jamestown into the High Sierra, with dog-friendly hotels, patio restaurants and miles of national forest trails. Drive Highway 108 over Sonora Pass for a truly spectacular day trip.
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Hop on a houseboat with your pup
A houseboat vacation means water, sun and quality time with your dog. Trinity Lake and Lake Don Pedro both offer dog-friendly houseboat rentals through Suntex Marinas, with fishing boats and pontoons available too. Here's what you need to know.
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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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