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Briceburg Hike Toward Yosemite

Midpines

Distance: 8 miles round trip Elevation: 1,157 ft Difficulty: Easy Time: 3hrs approx. Begin at: Briceburg Bridge At Briceburg, cross the one-lane-metal-and-wood bridge over the Merced River. Once you have crossed the bridge, turn right and proceed down trail.

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Briceburg Hiking Trail West

Midpines

Distance: 5 miles Elevation: 1,166 ft. Difficulty: Easy Time: 3 hrs.

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Carson Pass

Markleeville

Carson Pass is located on the south side of Highway 88 at Carson Pass 60 miles east of Jackson in Alpine County. Recommended Activities: Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snow play. No snowmobiles.

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Chilnualna Falls Trailhead

Wawona

Chilnualna Falls Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Wawona, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.8/5 on Google (179 reviews).

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Chowchilla Mountain Road Trail

Mariposa

In Mariposa County, just a stone's throw from Yosemite National Park, lies the picturesque Chowchilla Mountain Road Trail. This hidden gem offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

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Donner Summit

Truckee

Donner Summit is located on the south side of I-80 at the Castle Peak exit beyond Boreal Inn. Ski trails are on the north side of the freeway. Land adjoining the SNO-Park site is private property.

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Fairy Falls Trailhead

Truckee

The Spenceville Wildlife and Recreation Area is comprised of miles of hiking trails. The elevation of the area varies from 200 to 1200 feet.

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Faucherie Lake

Downieville

Faucherie Lake, located in Downieville, Sierra County, is a sought-after destination in the High Sierra Region for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a serene getaway.

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Glenshire Lake

Truckee

Glenshire Lake, located in Truckee, Nevada County, is a serene destination offering a picturesque loop trail perfect for families and dog owners alike.

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Hope Valley Outdoors

Markleeville

In the picturesque Hope Valley of Alpine County, Hope Valley Outdoors is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

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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...

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Lake 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.

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Lower Yosemite Falls Trailhead

Mariposa

Water falls from 2,425 feet at this natural wonder in Yosemite National Park. Lower Yosemite Falls Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park.

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Mariposa Grove trailhead

Mariposa

Mariposa Grove Arrival Area Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Mariposa, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.9/5 on Google (16 reviews).

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Martis 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.

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Merced River

Midpines

Merced River/ North Fork Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Midpines, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.8/5 on Google (12 reviews).

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Merced River Trail

Briceberg

The Merced River Trail and Recreation Area is about 12 miles north of Mariposa and near the entrance to Yosemite National Park. It provides overflow or alternative camping for park visitors, as well as a beautiful setting for river enthusiasts.

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Merced River Trail

Mariposa

Merced River Trail is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Mariposa, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.7/5 on Google (20 reviews).

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Minkalo 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.

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Mono Lake

Lee Vining

Mono Lake is a geological anomaly in an otherwise semi-arid landscape.

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Mt Williams trail head

Mariposa

Mt Williams trail head is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Mariposa, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.8/5 on Google (5 reviews).

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Northstar 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.

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Robinson Creek Trail to Barney

Bridgeport

This moderately strenuous, 7.8-mile trail follows rust-bottomed Robinson Creek to photogenic Barney Lake, wedged in steep and ragged granite. Most of its 1,100-foot elevation gain comes in the last push.

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Saddlebag Lake Loop Trail

Lee Vining

The Saddlebag Lake Loop Trail in Lee Vining, Mono County, Eastern Sierra, is a dog-friendly six-mile hiking trail that offers breathtaking scenery and a gentle grade suitable for all ages, including those with arthritic knees.

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