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Essig Park Dog Park
Yucca Valley
Off-leash dog park in Yucca Valley with separate small and large dog areas, drinking fountains, and benches. Open daily 6 AM–9 PM within the larger Essig Park complex.
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Traveling with your dog in the California deserts
California's desert landscapes offer a unique adventure for dogs and their people. From Death Valley's sweeping vistas to Joshua Tree's scenic drives and Anza-Borrego's rugged trails, careful planning and plenty of water will keep your pup safe and happy.
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Pet-friendly accommodations in the California deserts
The California deserts offer pet-friendly lodging from Death Valley to Greater Palm Springs. Stay at rustic motels near Joshua Tree, luxury resorts in Anza-Borrego, or the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs with your dog by your side. Find pet-friendly accommodations…
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Top 5 dog-friendly adventures in the California deserts
From Joshua Tree's Barker Dam Trail to Anza-Borrego's palm oasis hike and Lake Cahuilla's shoreline, the California deserts serve up five outstanding adventures for dogs and their humans. Leash up and explore. Hike the Barker Dam Trail, Joshua Tree National…
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Dive into summer at Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake boasts 300 days of sunshine and dark nights perfect for stargazing, but that's just the start. This mountain jewel in the San Bernardino National Forest also has great fishing, boating and water activities, hiking and biking trails…
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Puptopia Festival
Calling all dog lovers and pet parents! You're invited to come out to the Big Bear Puptopia Festival on July 25 for a tail-wagging day of fun in Veterans Park. Enjoy the Pawground, relax in the K9 Lounge, watch stunt…
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Paws, heat, and the fragile crust beneath
California desert dog travel: why surface heat, fragile cryptobiotic soil, and trail etiquette matter more in Palm Springs than a Sierra meadow.
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