Featured hikes
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 geologic formations of the Gold Country region.
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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 at Highway 108 SNO-Park. The SNO-Park is located at the winter closure gate about 6 miles east of Strawberry.
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Pinecrest Lake
Pinecrest
Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail in Pinecrest, Tuolumne County, offers a picturesque and moderately easy hiking experience for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Trail of the Survivors
Pinecrest
"Trail of the Survivors in Pinecrest, Tuolumne County, is a dog-friendly .25 mile trail that offers a glimpse into the resilience of trees in the Gold Country region.
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Hike, splash, camp at Tuolumne County lakes
Tuolumne County's mountain lakes offer swimming, hiking, camping and boating with your dog. From popular Pinecrest Lake to massive Lake Don Pedro, where you can rent a dog-friendly houseboat, there is a waterside adventure for every pup.
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Into the Tuolumne County high country
Tuolumne County stretches from Gold Rush towns like Sonora and Jamestown into the High Sierra, with dog-friendly hotels, patio restaurants and miles of national forest trails. Drive Highway 108 over Sonora Pass for a truly spectacular day trip.
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The Gold Country’s golden chain highway
Highway 49 links 330 miles of Gold Rush history, dog-friendly trails, and small-town charm. Base yourself in Oakhurst or Sonora for steam-train rides, state park explorations, living-history weekends at Columbia, and scenic Sierra detours along the way.
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17 dog-friendly vacation rentals in the Gold Country
17 dog-friendly vacation rentals across the Gold Country, from Arnold to Twain Harte, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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Exceptional experiences in Yosemite
Yosemite's gateway towns are welcoming a wave of new glamping and adventure hotels. From canvas tents in Mariposa to safari-style camps in Groveland, these fresh lodging options put you close to the park with dog-friendly rooms and outdoor experiences.
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Calaveras Big Trees State Park with your dog
Calaveras Big Trees State Park lets you stand among giant sequoias with your dog. While pets can't join the dirt grove trails, paved paths near the visitor center wind past towering trees.
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