Featured cabins and cottages
Backyard Garden Oasis
Middletown
Backyard Garden Oasis Bed and Breakfast Inn in Middletown, Lake County, is a serene haven for travelers seeking a nature-filled retreat in California's stunning countryside.
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Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
Clearlake
Clear Lake Cottages & Marina in Clearlake, Lake County, California Wine Country offers a serene lakeside retreat for travelers seeking a dog-friendly accommodation.
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Cobb
Pine Grove Resort in Cobb, Lake County, California Wine Country, offers a serene escape for travelers seeking a harmonious blend of nature and comfort.
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Witter Springs
Soul Whispering Ranch is a dog-friendly retreat set amid the serene landscape of Witter Springs in Northern California, offering a peaceful escape for relaxation and rejuvenation.
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Skip the beach: 4 dog-friendly lake getaways
California's lakes are filling up from winter rains and the foothills are electric green. If you and your dog want warm spring weather without sandy crowds, head inland. Four dog-friendly lake getaways — Folsom, Clear Lake, Shasta, and Bass Lake…
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Spring splash: where your water dog wants to be
California is warming up and your water dog knows it. From the crystal-clear pools of the South Yuba River to calm Lake Natoma, here are the best spring splash spots to hit before the crowds arrive.
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DogTrekker® 15th anniversary
DogTrekker.com celebrates 15 years of helping California dog lovers travel together, supporting animal welfare groups and inspiring millions of readers since launching in June 2011. DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind --…
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Dog lover’s guide to California’s state parks and lakes
California's state parks offer lakeside romps and woodland strolls for leashed dogs. From splashing at Lake Tahoe and Folsom Lake to camping at Lake Oroville, here's your guide to trail etiquette, rules and the best pup-approved park adventures.
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High Sierra escapes from Sacramento
From Sacramento, you can reach Lake Tahoe's alpine beaches and mountain parks in about two hours. Let pups splash at Kiva Beach, hike Van Sickle Bi-State Park, paddle Echo Lakes or grab a post-hike pint at FiftyFifty Brewing in Truckee.
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Dog-friendly lakes not named “Tahoe”
Skip the Tahoe crowds and explore California's quieter dog-friendly lakes instead. From Clear Lake in Lake County to Big Bear, Shasta Lake and more, these alternatives offer great swimming, boating and shoreline fun with your pup.
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