Parks near Gold Country
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Barker Pass North to Vista Point – West Shore
Tahoe City
The Barker Pass North to Vista Point is a dog-friendly trail is open to hikers and equestrians and is 3.5…
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Coldstream Valley
Truckee
Coldstream Valley offers a mellow hike with your dog offering views of the Sierra Crest, has nice flowers in the…
Coyote SNO-Park
Big Creek
Coyote SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Recommended activities include cross-country skiing,…
Donner Lake Rim Trail
Truckee
The Donner Lake Rim Trail trail is being built by the Truckee Donner Land Trust with volunteer labor. When complete,…
Donner Pass Rest Area I-80 East
Truckee
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Donner Pass Rest Area I-80 West
Truckee
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Hidden Falls Regional Park
Auburn
Hidden Falls Regional Park is a 1,200-acre regional park in Auburn, California.
Highway 108 SNO-Park
Strawberry
California State Highway 108 traverses the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of 9,628 feet and is subject to winter closure…
Hope Valley
Markleeville
Enjoy winter recreation and snowshoeing opportunities with your dog at Hope Valley.
Jackson Hole trail
Oakhurst
The dog-friendly Jackson Hole trail in Fish Camp, located in Yosemite Madera County within the Gold Country region, offers a…
Lookout Trail
Truckee
Hiking in and around Northstar California is a fun way to spend your days in the mountains. Whether you ride…
Shirley Canyon Trail
Olympic Valley
You are welcome to bring your dog with you on your hike at Palisades Tahoe. Please be sure to bring…
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American River Cherry Company
Placerville
American River Cherry Company, located in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for cherry and berry enthusiasts. This…
Ashley Memorial Dog Park
Auburn
In the heart of Auburn, Placer County, the Ashley Memorial Dog Park is a haven for furry companions and their…
Auburn Ravine Dog Park
Lincoln
Auburn Ravine Dog Park in Lincoln, Placer County, is a spacious haven for furry friends to frolic and socialize. This…
Auburn State Recreation Area
Auburn
Dogs on leash are allowed everywhere within 35,000-acre Auburn State Recreation Area except at Lake Clementine.
Bassi Falls
Placerville
What you see at Bassi Falls depends on when you go. In spring, the melt-water cascade tumbles violently 109 feet over…
Bear Dog Park
Roseville
Bear Dog Park in Roseville, Placer County, is a haven for furry friends to frolic and socialize in a safe,…
Big Meadow
Long Barn
Excellent for beginners with minimal climbing and an easy to follow route. Directions: From South Lake Tahoe, take highway 50…
Big Meadow East – South Shore
South Lake Tahoe
Big Meadow East is 8.8 miles round trip. Location: The Big Meadow trailhead is on the north side of Highway…
Big Meadow Trailhead to Big Meadow – South Shore
South Lake Tahoe
Big Meadow Trailhead to Big Meadow is 1.4 miles round trip and rated easy. Location: The Big Meadow trailhead is…
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Bijou Dog Park
South Lake Tahoe
Located within Bijou Community Park in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, Bijou Dog Park offers a delightful retreat for…
Blackwood Canyon
Tahoe City
Blackwood Canyon is located on the west side of Highway 89, three miles south of Tahoe City in Placer County.
Bluestone Meadow Farm
Placerville
Bluestone Meadow Farm, located in the Sierra foothills of Placerville, is a haven for both families and their furry companions.…
Boca Reservoir
Truckee
In Truckee, Nevada County, within the Gold Country Trails, lies the Boca Reservoir, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their…
Bradford Park
Shingle Springs
Located off the Ponderosa Road, exit Highway 50, this 5-acre park consists of a playground, small sports field and large…
Briceburg Canyon Trail
Mariposa
This easy, three-mile trail above the Wild and Scenic Merced River corridor below Midpines is great day trip. Bring water, food…
Briceburg Hike Toward Yosemite
Midpines
Distance: 8 miles round trip Elevation: 1,157 ft Difficulty: Easy Time: 3hrs approx. Begin at: Briceburg Bridge At Briceburg, cross the one-lane-metal-and-wood bridge over the…
Briceburg Hiking Trail West
Midpines
Distance: 5 miles Elevation: 1,166 ft. Difficulty: Easy Time: 3 hrs. Begin at: Briceburg Bridge The Merced River runs next to the Briceburg hiking trail…
Brockway to Watson Lake – North Shore
Tahoe Vista
The Brockway to Watson Lake trail is 13.4 miles round trip and is classified as a strenuous hike. Location: The…
Buttermilk Bend Trail
Penn Valley
The Buttermilk Bend Trail is an easy, 1.5-mile hike along bluffs above the South Yuba River. It’s especially popular in…
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Arnold
Calaveras became a State Park in 1931 to preserve the North Grove of giant sequoias. This grove includes the “Discovery…
California State Capitol Park
Sacramento
Capitol Park in Sacramento is a lush 40-acre oasis right in the heart of the city. With beautifully landscaped gardens,…
Carson Pass
Markleeville
Carson Pass SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 88 at Carson Pass 60 miles east of Jackson…
Carson Pass Information Station
Kirkwood
The rugged Carson Pass area is one of Northern California’s premier alpine hiking regions in summer and a popular back-country…
Cascade Creek Falls
South Lake Tahoe
Cascade Creek Falls is a picturesque natural attraction located in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California. To reach this…
Chowchilla Mountain Road Trail
Mariposa
In the heart of Mariposa County, just a stone’s throw from Yosemite National Park, lies the picturesque Chowchilla Mountain Road…
Codfish Creek Falls Trail
Weimar
This leisurely, 3.8-mile (round trip) hike follows the North Fork of the American River to Codfish Creek, which in spring…
Columbia State Historic Park
Columbia
The Gold Rush town that refused to die is a charming place for adults and children alike to visit. The…
Columns of the Giants
Pinecrest
Columns of the Giants in Pinecrest, Tuolumne County, is a must-visit spot for dog owners looking to explore the stunning…
Condon Park
Grass Valley
Condon Park, located in Grass Valley within Nevada County’s Gold Country, is an expansive 80-acre Regional Park offering a plethora…
Coyote Pond Park
Lincoln
Coyote Pond Park is a 24.5-acre park in Lincoln, Placer County that features a play structure, picnic area, dog-friendly trail…