Featured hikes
Bishop Peak Trail
San Luis Obispo
Discover Bishop Peak, the tallest of the Nine Sisters, a stunning chain of volcanic Morros that grace the landscape of San Luis Obispo.
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Cerro San Luis Trailhead
San Luis Obispo
Located in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, on the Central Coast, the Cerro San Luis Trailhead offers a scenic escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Irish Hills
San Luis Obispo
Irish Hills Natural Reserve is a geographically discrete 720-acre riding area, yet it contains over 8 miles of trails. Many loops are possible on mostly single-track trails. The rocky, serpentine landscape contains chaparral, oak, grasslands, and riparian habitats.
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Laguna Lake Trails
San Luis Obispo
Laguna Lake Park lies south of Cerro San Luis. This 375-acre park includes a 25-acre lake and several hiking trails.
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Islay Hill Open Space
San Luis Obispo
Islay Hill at the eastern tip of the chain of volcanic plugs in San Luis Obispo, is the place to be for our four-legged adventurers.
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San Luis Obispo
Enjoy a hike through Johnson Ranch Open Space, a 3.7-mile loop that treats you and your leashed dog to breathtaking vistas of the rolling hills in San Luis Obispo, all conveniently located off the 101 Freeway.
Read moreLaguna Lake Park
San Luis Obispo
Laguna Lake Park in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, on the Central Coast, is a beloved 375-acre recreational haven. The park boasts a picturesque 25-acre lake, perfect for fishing, stand-up paddleboarding, row-boating, and bird watching.
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San Luis Obispo
Mathews Trailer Lodge, located in the City of San Luis Obispo, offers a prime location in the "Happiest Place in the USA." Situated within walking distance to downtown, guests can enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
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San Luis Obispo
Just beyond the borders San Luis Obispo lies the vast Reservoir Canyon. Here, you'll discover the grandest waterfall in all of SLO County.
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San Luis Obispo
The Serenity Swing Hike, a 3.8-mile round-trip trail located behind the Cal Poly SLO campus in San Luis Obispo, offers a serene escape into nature for both hikers and their furry companions.
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San Luis Obispo
South Hills Open Space offers a picturesque 1.5-mile hike to its hilltop, conveniently located just south of Downtown San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo County on the Central Coast.
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San Luis Obispo
Terrace Hill Open Space in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, offers a delightful 0.8-mile hike leading to an unobstructed plateau with breathtaking views of the city.
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Dog-friendly patios in California: Your spring outdoor dining guide
Spring in California means one thing for dog owners: patio season is officially open. California legalized dogs on restaurant patios in 2014, and since then the dining scene for pup parents has only grown. Our statewide guide to dog-friendly outdoor…
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Your dog’s California bucket list!
Five California towns every dog should visit at least once: Carmel-by-the-Sea for off-leash beach bliss, Mendocino for coastal trails, South Lake Tahoe for mountain adventures, Santa Barbara for elegant seaside strolls, and one more surprise.
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Slowdown in SLO CAL
San Luis Obispo County stretches 100 miles along Highway 1, with off-leash beaches, dog-friendly wineries and charming towns from Cambria to Pismo Beach. Stay at coastal lodges or the Michelin Key-awarded San Luis Creek Lodge.
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Surf towns and sand on the Central Coast
Hit the road along California's Central Coast with your dog, from Santa Cruz beaches and Cannery Row patios to off-leash Carmel Beach and Pismo's pup-friendly lighthouse suites. Sun, surf, and tail wags await.
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Five of California’s best dog-friendly wineries
California wine country has plenty of room for your dog at the tasting table. Robert Mondavi in Napa, Dutcher Crossing in Dry Creek Valley, and three more wineries offer outdoor patios and doggie treats.
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Go coast crazy with your dog along Highway 1
Highway 1 along the California coast offers far more than stunning views. From dog-friendly beaches in San Luis Obispo County to redwood forests and wineries in Santa Cruz, there are endless reasons to explore with your pup.
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