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Everitt Memorial Highway
Mount Shasta
It takes just half an hour to drive Everitt Memorial Highway, a two-lane, 14-mile scenic road up the southwest flank of Mount Shasta. Or then again, it can take all day.
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Mount Shasta
Leashed dogs are allowed on Gray Butte Trail, a 3.5-mile, round-trip hike through Lower Panther Meadow to Gray Butte, a stunning vista point at 8,129 feet elevation.
Read moreLake Siskiyou Trail
Mount Shasta
The Lake Siskiyou Trail, located near Mount Shasta in Siskiyou County, is a picturesque destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a dog-friendly adventure. To access the trail from the town of Mt.
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Mount Shasta
The 14-mile Everitt Memorial Highway from Mount Shasta City ends in a parking lot at the site of the now defunct Mount Shasta Ski Bowl, which...
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Hit the water on spectacular Lake Siskiyou
Lake Siskiyou is strikingly beautiful, incredibly dog-friendly and delightfully under the radar. Set among the waterfalls and wilderness of northwestern California, near the Oregon border, it’s especially inviting in the summer.
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4 high-elevation dog-friendly hikes for late wildflower season
California's high country blooms a full month or two after the valleys. Four dog-friendly hikes where wildflowers are still climbing into June and July: Carson Pass, Panther Meadows on Mount Shasta, the June Lake Loop, and the country around Lassen.
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Secret mountain hikes with dogs in California
California's best dog-friendly mountain hikes hide in national forests and regional parks, far from the famous national parks that ban pets on trails. Dawn in the Sierra Nevada is a quiet, pink-tinted secret. My dog, Scout, knows it before I…
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Plan a summer reset in the Shasta Cascade region
Northern California's Shasta Cascade region spans eight counties packed with national and state parks, trails, lakes and pet-friendly towns. From Mount Shasta's peaks to Burney Falls, spring brings wildflowers and ideal conditions for exploring with your dog.
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Ruff recreation beckons in Redding
Redding is adventure central for dogs and their people, with 225 miles of trails within 15 minutes of town. Explore Shasta-Trinity National Forest, walk the iconic Sundial Bridge, and follow the paved Sacramento River Trail all the way to Shasta…
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Enter the DogTrekker California photo contest and capture stunning shots of your dog
DogTrekker's California Photo Contest invites you to photograph your dog at the state's most scenic spots. From Big Sur cliffs and Yosemite trails to San Francisco landmarks, here are top locations for stunning pup portraits. Are you a proud dog…
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