Featured hikes
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 picturesque outdoor adventure for both you and your furry companion.
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Lewis Creek middle trailhead
Oakhurst
Lewis Creek Trail Middle Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Oakhurst, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.8/5 on Google (452 reviews).
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Lewis Creek north trailhead
Oakhurst
Lewis Creek Trail North Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Oakhurst, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.7/5 on Google (70 reviews).
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Lewis Creek south trailhead
Oakhurst
Lewis Creek Trail South Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Oakhurst, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.7/5 on Google (364 reviews).
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Lewis Creek Trail
Oakhurst
The Lewis Creek National Scenic Trail to Corlieu Falls and Red Rock Falls is a 3.7 mile out and back trail located near Oakhurst that features waterfalls, beautiful spring flora and is rated as moderate.
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Tenaya Loop Trail
Oakhurst
The Tenaya Loop Trail, located adjacent to Tenaya Lodge in Fish Camp, offers a delightful stroll through nature's beauty. This scenic trail is adorned with vibrant wildflowers, creating a picturesque backdrop for your leisurely walk.
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Yosemite Mountain Trail Lodge
Oakhurst
Situated in the picturesque town of Oakhurst in Yosemite Madera County, Yosemite Mountain Trail Lodge offers a serene retreat for travelers exploring the Gold Country region.
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Bass Lake: A pet-friendly, Yosemite-area lure
Bass Lake near Yosemite has warm water, dog-friendly resorts, and vacation rentals surrounded by Sierra National Forest. Rent a pontoon boat, hike to a fire lookout, or relax at a nearby winery while your pup enjoys the mountain air.
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Journey to Wawona (Madera County, south entrance)
The Highway 41 corridor from Oakhurst to Yosemite's south entrance is full of dog-friendly stops. Bass Lake resorts, the quirky town of Coarsegold, a steam train in Fish Camp and the luxury Tenaya Lodge all welcome four-legged travelers.
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Madera County: South entrance (Hwy 41)
Oakhurst in Madera County serves as the main gateway to Yosemite's south entrance, with dog-friendly inns, wineries, a historic railroad and nearby Bass Lake. From budget-friendly stays to five-star luxury, this corridor has options for every DogTrekker.
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Gotta lake it
Gold Country lakes offer cool relief for dogs and their people all summer long. From Folsom Lake's miles of shoreline to hidden Long Lake near Soda Springs and Bass Lake's pontoon boat rentals, there's a splash spot for every pup.
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Roam among giants
Most giant sequoia groves sit inside national parks where dogs aren't welcome on trails. But Nelder Grove near Oakhurst and Converse Basin Grove in the Sequoia National Forest offer dog-friendly paths among these massive, awe-inspiring trees.
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Madera county (south/wawona) entrance
The Highway 41 corridor through Madera County leads to Yosemite's south entrance, passing dog-friendly gems like Queen's Inn with its adjacent winery in Oakhurst, the quirky town of Coarsegold, Tenaya Lodge in Fish Camp and recreation-rich Bass Lake.
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