Featured hikes
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park
Before you bring your dog to Yosemite National Park, read up on the rules so you won't be disappointed.
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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 Merced River. Once you have crossed the bridge, turn right and proceed down trail.
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Midpines
Distance: 5 miles Elevation: 1,166 ft. Difficulty: Easy Time: 3 hrs.
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Midpines
Merced River/ North Fork Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Midpines, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.8/5 on Google (12 reviews).
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Autumn-friendly things to do with your pets in Yosemite Mariposa
The Yosemite Mariposa County region offers an adventure-filled autumn vacation not just for humans but for their four-legged companions as well.
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17 dog-friendly vacation rentals near Yosemite
17 dog-friendly vacation rentals near Yosemite, from Coulterville to Wawona, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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9 dog-friendly cabins near Yosemite
9 dog-friendly cabins near Yosemite, from Fish Camp to Yosemite West, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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4-day dog-friendly autumn itinerary
This four-day autumn itinerary covers Yosemite Mariposa County's best dog-friendly adventures, from historic foothill towns to scenic trails inside and beyond the park. Visit in fall for lower prices, fewer crowds, and golden light on the valley's iconic granite walls.
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Five things to know about Yosemite with your dog
Even seasoned visitors may not know how welcoming Yosemite and Mariposa County can be for dogs. From pet-friendly paved trails and Sierra National Forest hikes to lodging with special pet packages, here are five things every dog traveler should know.
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Four-day Yosemite Mariposa County dog-friendly itinerary
This four-day itinerary covers the best of dog-friendly Yosemite Mariposa County, from historic Mariposa town strolls and paved valley hikes to hidden gems like the Wawona Meadow Loop Trail and the dramatic granite-walled reservoir at Hetch Hetchy.
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