Featured hikes
Nevada Beach and Campground
Zephyr Cove
Dog-friendly Nevada Beach is located about a mile from the parking lot at Highway 50 and Kahle Drive. A portion of this .7-mile-long beach, one of the most beautiful at Tahoe, is dog-friendly.
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Kingsbury Grade North
Zephyr Cove
Kingsbury Grade North trail is rated easy and is one mile round trip. Location: The Kingsbury Grade North trailhead is at the end of Andria Drive. To get...
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Carson City
Spooner Summit North to Snow Valley Peak is 12.4 miles round trip and rated difficult. Location: The Spooner Summit North trailhead is on the north...
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Zephyr Cove
Kingsbury South to Star Lake is 17.6 miles round trip and rated difficult. Location: The Kingsbury South trailhead is at the Heavenly Stagecoach parking lot. Take Highway 207 (Kingsbury Grade) toward the pass (i.e.
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Fall fun with your dog at South Lake Tahoe
Wild Blue Dogs hosts fall camp on 33 fenced acres near South Lake Tahoe, with training in agility, nose work, lure-coursing and more. This nonprofit camp also funds canine cancer research and treatment grants for dogs in need.
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Exploring dog-friendly Lake Tahoe: An adventurer’s guide
Lake Tahoe welcomes dogs at sandy beaches like Kiva and Lake Forest, on forested trails from easy loops to summit hikes, and at patio restaurants with treats at the ready. This guide covers everything you need for a Tahoe trip…
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Wild Blue Dogs summer camp early-bird ends March 15
Wild Blue Dogs Camp at Lake Tahoe runs weeklong sessions packed with dog training, agility, kayaking, and beach time. The nonprofit raises funds for canine cancer treatment, making every visit count for a good cause.
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Lake Tahoe is a winter wonderland
South Lake Tahoe in winter means cross-country skiing, lakeside walks, and cozy fireplaces shared with your dog. Pet-friendly properties like the Beach Retreat, Fireside Lodge, and Desolation Hotel make the south shore an ideal cold-weather base for snow-season adventures.
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Lake Tahoe’s best-in-show dog camp
Wild Blue Dogs hosts an all-inclusive dog camp on Lake Tahoe's Nevada shore, featuring agility classes, nose work, kayaking, and more led by certified trainers. Proceeds support canine cancer research, making this a vacation with real purpose.
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To Bridgeport and beyond in the Eastern Sierra
Bridgeport in the Eastern Sierra offers dog-friendly lodges, the ghost town of Bodie State Historic Park, and the pristine Virginia Lakes at 9,000 feet. With rustic cabins, trout-filled waters, and quiet mountain scenery, it's an unforgettable stop on Highway 395.
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