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All Aboard Adventures

Fort Bragg

Embark on a maritime escapade like no other with All Aboard Adventures, led by the seasoned Captain Tim, located within the picturesque Noyo Harbor in Fort Bragg, California.

Aqua Adventures

San Diego

From kayaks, to stand up paddleboards and canoes, Aqua Adventures offers retail sales, lessons, rentals, local tours and multi-day adventures plus a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Bass Lake Boat Rentals

Bass Lake

Bass Lake Boat Rentals & Water Sports, located in Bass Lake, Yosemite Madera County, offers an unparalleled selection of watercraft for an unforgettable experience on the water.

Big Bear Marina

Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Marina is just a short walk from the village off Big Bear Boulevard with convenient on-site parking, making it a breeze for you and your furry friend to set sail on a lake day adventure.

Big Bear Queen Lake Tour

Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Queen Lake Tour is the longest-running lake tour in Big Bear Lake, offering a dog-friendly experience for visitors and their furry companions.

Big Break Regional Shoreline, part of the so-called “Inland Coast” at the mouth of the massive San Francisco/San Joaquin river estuary, was once a massive farm, now submerged. It is now part of the East Bay Regional Park District.

Blue Lakes

Blue Lake

Blue Lakes offer a perfect retreat for dog owners seeking a peaceful getaway. Comprising Upper and Lower Blue Lakes, this destination boasts clear, spring-fed waters that are ideal for swimming and fishing.

Bridge Bay Resort & Marina

Redding

Bridge Bay Resort & Marina is a premier establishment on Shasta Lake, offering a comprehensive array of services for visitors seeking a memorable water adventure in Redding, Shasta County.

Catalina Express

Long Beach

Catalina Express takes you to Catalina Island in just an hour with year round service and up to 30 daily departures. Boats depart ports in Long Beach, San Pedro and Dana Point.

Catch A Canoe & Bicycles Too

Mendocino

Established in 1972, Catch A Canoe & Bicycles Too provides a wide selection of kayaks, canoes, outrigger, and bicycles for exploring beautiful Big River estuary and beyond. This is the Mendocino coast's only full-service outdoor shop, serving locals and visitors alike.

Echo Lake

South Lake Tahoe

Echo Lake offers year-round dog-friendly fun with hiking options and a SNO-Park in the winter season. This scenic area at Echo Summit is justifiably popular with DogTrekkers as leashes are not required away from developed areas.

Eco Boat Rentals

San Diego

Dog-friendly Eco Boat Rentals invites visitors to embark on an eco-friendly adventure exploring the scenic waters of San Diego.

Encinal Boat Ramp

Alameda

Encinal Boat Ramp, located in Alameda, Alameda County, in the East Bay Area, offers a picturesque setting for boaters and sailors to enjoy stunning views of Alameda and San Francisco.

Grand Street Boat Ramp

Alameda

Grand Street Boat Ramp in Alameda, located at the north end of Grand Street, offers a convenient and well-equipped facility for boaters and fishing enthusiasts.

Holloway’s Marina & RV Park

Big Bear Lake

Holloway's Marina & RV Park, located at beautiful Big Bear Lake in San Bernardino County, is a premier destination for visitors seeking a dog-friendly retreat in the Inland Empire.

Jones Valley Resort

Redding

Jones Valley Resort is a top provider renting pet-friendly houseboats and more at Shasta Lake.

Lake Sabrina

Bishop

When the summer heat rolls into Bishop, locals and savvy travelers alike know exactly where to go: up. Less than 20 miles southwest of Bishop via California State Route 168 and perched at over 9,100 feet, Lake Sabrina (pronounced suh-BRY-nuh by locals) offers a refreshing

Lake San Antonio

Bradley

Lake San Antonio, part of Monterey County Parks, is Monterey County’s premier freshwater recreation area.

Lake Shasta Caverns

Lakehead

Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark is a geologic adventure for your whole family. Take part in a robust and comprehensive tour to see the caverns and lake in their glory.

Lost Isle Adventures

Morro Bay

Lost Isle Adventures offers a unique experience for dog owners visiting Morro Bay Harbor in San Luis Obispo County on the Central Coast.

Martin Luther King Jr

Oakland

Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline is a dog-friendly 741-acre park leased from the Port of Oakland, protecting the remainder of a once-extensive marshland at San Leandro Bay.

Miller Boat Launch

Marshall

Miller Boat Launch is a very popular four acre site on the east side of Tomales Bay, a few miles north of Marshall.

Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline

Point Richmond

The 307-acre Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline in Richmond, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, offers a beautifully landscaped shoreline picnic area, a fishing pier at a historic site and a hilltop with excellent panoramic views of the north Bay Area.

Next Level Sailing

San Diego

Six years ago, a unique tradition began for Next Level Sailing when Captain Troy introduced his corgi, Louis, to the world of whale watching aboard his boat.

Panga Boat Charters

San Diego

Panga Charters features the 22 foot Arca Panga, well-appointed for inshore fishing, cruising, diving or surf trip. This is a no frills fishing boat, so does not have a bunch of padded seating or other amenities (ie: no toilet).

Paradise Point Marina

Stockton

Paradise Point Marina, a hub of boating activity near Stockton, is the only concessionaire currently offering houseboat rentals in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.

Pine Knot Marina

Big Bear Lake

Pine Knot Marina, a full-service marina situated on the picturesque Big Bear Lake in Southern California's San Bernardino County, offers a plethora of water activities for visitors to enjoy.

Pleasure Point Marina, LLC

Big Bear Lake

Pleasure Point Marina in Big Bear Lake is a delightful destination for family fun, where you and your furry friends are welcome.

Rancho Seco Recreational Area

Herald

If the thought of spending a day in the shadow of twin nuclear-generator towers sounds like a terrible idea, think again.

Russian River Adventures

Healdsburg

Yes! Russian River Adventures are inviting back adventurers on their all-day excursions. Russian River Adventures offers canoe rentals on the most secluded section of Russian River. The company’s custom-designed SOAR inflatable canoes are stable enough for the entire family.

Silverthorn Resort Cabins

Redding

Silverthorn Resort is one of the premier resorts on Shasta Lake. Silverthorn has some of the most luxurious boats on the lake such as the Queen houseboat with private staterooms, a hot tub, and three full decks of space.

Tahoe City Kayak

Tahoe City

Tahoe City Kayak's mission is to provide you with unparalleled customer service. They strive to give you the best in Kayak Sales, SUP Rentals, Kayak Rentals and Tours.

Tahoe City Marina Boat Rentals

Tahoe City

Formerly known as Tahoe Boat Company, the dog-friendly Tahoe City Marina is one of the oldest marinas on Lake Tahoe and was built in the 1940s by Norman Mayfield and Fred Mein

The Forks Resort

Bass Lake

The Forks Resort on Bass Lake, family-owned and operated for three generations, is a renowned traditional family vacation destination in Bass Lake, Yosemite, Madera County.

The Pines Resort

Bass Lake

The Pines Resort, a full-service resort and conference center on Bass Lake, 17 miles from Yosemite National Park's Wawona entrance, offers a luxurious escape for travelers seeking a dog-friendly retreat in Gold Country.

Ventura Harbor Village

Ventura

Ventura Harbor Village is a dog-friendly coastal destination offering plenty of fun for both you and your dog.

Whiskeytown Lake

Redding

Whiskeytown Lake in Redding, Shasta County, is a dog-friendly picturesque 5-square-mile oasis formed by the stunning Whiskeytown Dam on Clear Creek.

Anchor Charter Boats

Fort Bragg

Anchor Charter Boats in Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, along the California Coast, offers an array of ocean adventures and fishing excursions.

Balboa Island Ferry

Newport Beach

Since 1919, Balboa Island Ferry has been a staple in Newport Beach, California, providing seamless transportation for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians between Balboa Island and Balboa Peninsula.

Bidwell Canyon Marina

Oroville

Enjoy Northern California's largest state reservoir when you visit Bidwell Canyon Marina, your full service gateway to all of the fun and beauty of Lake Oroville.

Boat Park

Foster City

Boat Park, located in Foster City within San Mateo County in the San Francisco Bay Area, offers a serene 3.2-acre boat launching facility for water enthusiasts.

California Canoe & Kayak

Half Moon Bay

California Canoe & Kayak is a dog-friendly boat or houseboat experience in Half Moon Bay in California’s San Francisco Peninsula.

Camanche Lake

Ione

Camanche Lake, a popular recreation destination with 56 miles of shoreline, sits behind Camanche Dam, built to impound and prevent catastrophic flooding of the Mokelumne River.

Catalina Express

Dana Point

Catalina Express - Dana Point offers a convenient and dog-friendly way to embark on an island adventure. With year-round service and up to 30 daily departures, this high-speed ferry service takes travelers to Catalina Island in just an hour.

Catalina Express – San Pedro

San Pedro

Located at Berth 95, Catalina Express in San Pedro, Los Angeles County, offers a convenient gateway to Catalina Island with its year-round service and up to 30 daily departures.

Clearlake Oaks Boat Launch

Clearlake Oaks

This hidden gem in Lake County's picturesque Wine Country is a haven for those seeking a tranquil escape amidst stunning natural beauty.

Disney’s Water Sports

Lakeport

Disney's Water Sports in Lakeport, Shasta County, is a premier destination for water fun enthusiasts. With a focus on providing exceptional boating experiences for families, this full-service boat rental center offers a wide range of options for exploring Clear Lake.

Donner Lake Watersports

Truckee

Donner Lake Watersports offers dog-friendly kayaks and canoes for rent in Truckee, Nevada County. Visitors can enjoy exploring the stunning waters of Donner Lake with their furry companions by the hour, half-day, or full day.

Englebright Lake

Smartsville

Harry L. Englebright Lake is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-managed reservoir off of Hwy 20 just west of Penn Valley and about midway between Yuba City and Grass Valley in Nevada County.

Family Kayak Adventure Center

San Diego

Family Kayak Adventure Center in San Diego County is a premier destination for water fun that caters to the whole family, including your furry companions.

Holiday Harbor

O'Brien

Holiday Harbor is a dog-friendly boat or houseboat experience in O'Brien in California’s Shasta Cascade.

Hopper Boat Rentals

Oxnard

Hopper Boat Rentals in Oxnard, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a wide selection of U-Drive boats for those looking to explore the stunning coastal waters with their furry companions.

Hudeman Slough Boat Launch

Sonoma

The Hudeman Slough boat launch is located in the Carneros region of southeastern Sonoma County and provides paddlers access to the tidal waterways that link to San Pablo Bay.

Humboats Kayaking

Eureka

Humboats Kayaking has a waterfront location at Woodley Island Marina in Eureka, featuring the only dockside kayak and SUP rental facility on the redwood coast.

Lake Nacimiento

Bradley

Lake Nacimiento, part of Monterey County Parks, covers over 5,000 surface acres surrounded by 165 miles of scenic shoreline, unspoiled wilderness, mountains, river canyons, oak and pine forests, spring waterfalls and abundant wildlife.

Lake Oroville Marina

Paradise

Lake Oroville, California's second largest reservoir, is full of surprises, as well as being a peaceful haven to relax and watch the sunset.

Lakeridge Camping & Boating

Sanger

Lakeridge Camping & Boating is a dog-friendly boat or houseboat experience in Sanger in California’s Central Valley.

Madaket Ferry

Eureka

Owned by the Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum and operated by Humboldt Bay Harbor Cruise, the Madaket Ferry is the oldest vessel in continuous service in the United States, boasts the smallest licensed bar in the state and is a California historic vessel.

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