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Independence Trail
Truckee
The Independence Trail had its origins as the Excelsior Canal, a five-foot-wide aqueduct exceptionally engineered in 1859 to carry water for hydraulic...
Read moreIron Mountain SNO-Park
Kyburz
Iron Mountain SNO-Park, situated in Kyburz, El Dorado County, along the Eastern Sierra, offers a range of winter activities for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreKneebone Beach trail
Penn Valley
Kneebone Beach Trail at South Yuba River State Park. 0.3 miles.
Read moreLake Amador
Ione
In Ione, Amador County, within the scenic Gold Country region, Lake Amador offers a delightful escape for dog owners seeking pet-friendly outdoor adventures.
Read moreLake to Lake
Echo Lake
Echo Lake to Lake Aloha is 12 miles round trip and rated difficult. Location: On US Highway 50, follow signed turnoff to Echo Lake 0.5 mile west of Echo Summit.
Read moreLakeside Interpretive ADA
Soda Springs
Lakeside Interpretive ADA at Donner Memorial State Park. 1.2 miles.
Read moreLovers Leap
Twin Bridges
This landmark granite dome, a popular climbing destination with more than 150 established routes, rears above the hamlet of Strawberry, offering panoramic...
Read moreMartis Creek Wildlife Area
Truckee
Martis Creek Wildlife Area, located near Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and Reno, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions in Nevada County's Gold Country.
Read moreMeeks Bay Trail
Meeks Bay
Directions to the trailhead: Take Highway 89 to the Meeks Bay Resort. Parking is located across the highway from the resort in a small dirt parking lot.
Read moreMemorial Park trail
Nevada City
Memorial Park Trail at Empire Mine State Historic Park. 0.7 miles.
Read moreMiner’s Ravine
Granite Bay
This hidden gem is a haven for those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the bustling Gold Country region. As you enter the reserve, you are greeted by the gentle rustling of leaves and the soothing sounds of a nearby creek.
Read moreMinkalo Trail
Pioneer
This popular three-mile trail (each way) trail is most often hiked from a trailhead near the Silver Lake spillway, but it can also be accessed from the easier-to-find trailhead at Plasse's Resort, a privately owned campground also on Silver Lake.
Read moreNorth Fork Access road
South Lake Tahoe
North Fork Access Rd at Washoe Meadows State Park. 0.2 miles.
Read moreNorth Tahoe Regional Park
Tahoe Vista
In the serene beauty of Tahoe Vista, the North Tahoe Regional Park offers a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions. Spanning 124 acres...
Read moreNorthstar California
Truckee
Northstar California, located in Truckee, Nevada County, is a premier four-season resort offering a plethora of activities for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreO’Halloran’s Apple Trail
Camino
O'Halloran's Apple Trail Ranch, established in 1968 on 30 acres along the Golden Apple Trail in Camino, El Dorado County, offers a delightful experience for visitors and their furry companions.
Read moreOlmstead Loop Trail
Sacramento
Discover the dog-friendly Olmstead Loop Trail in El Dorado County, offering scenic views of rolling hills, oak trees and wildflowers in spring.
Read moreOsborn Hill Road trail
Nevada City
Osborn Hill Road Trl at Empire Mine State Historic Park. 0.5 miles.
Read morePioneer Express trail
Auburn
Pioneer Express Trl at Auburn State Recreation Area. 0.8 miles.
Read morePreston Falls Trail
Groveland
With only 300 feet of elevation variation, this4.4-mile trail along the north side of the Tuolumne River is rated easy, although making a round trip of it requires a full day.
Read morePutah Creek Reserve Trail
Davis
The trail is basically a long, relatively flat loop along the north side of Putah Creek. When on the trail, stay on the north side of the creek; the south side is all private property.
Read moreMore Adventures in Gold Country
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Why spring is the best-kept secret in Gold Country
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Spring in Sacramento with your dog: why April works
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Off-leash, earned: Eastern Sierra & Gold Country
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Dog-friendly Father’s Day: 5 California trips dads will want
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Dog-friendly breweries in California: your spring patio season guide
Spring patio season is here, and California has more than 350 dog-friendly breweries across the state. From Lagunitas in Petaluma to Firestone Walker in Paso Robles and Cool Beerwerks in Gold Country, here is where to start your paws-and-pints tour.
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