Other hikes
Sawmill Trail
Truckee
Northstar chairlift is dog friendly Hiking in and around Northstar® Resort is a fun way to spend your days in the mountains.
Read moreSerene Lakes
Truckee
Serene Lakes is a laid-back vacation-home development near Soda Springs. The adjoining lakes have public access and are great for paddling as no motorboats are allowed.
Read moreSierra Buttes Lookout Trail
Sierra City
Hang onto you hat—the views if not the wind will sweep you away on this dramatic day hike to a fire lookout with a railed stairway leading to the top.
Read moreSouth Yuba River Trail
Truckee
The South Yuba River Trail in Truckee, Nevada County, is a 12-mile scenic route that welcomes hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders to explore historic foothill river canyons.
Read moreStockton Creek trailhead
Mariposa
Stockton Creek Reservoir Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in Mariposa, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.6/5 on Google (30 reviews).
Read moreSunset Trail
Truckee
Hiking in and around Northstar® Resort is a fun way to spend your days in the mountains. From ride the gondola and hike down the mountain, to hike through the Martis Valley, The views and scenery will be amazing.
Read moreTahoe Donner Cross-Country Ski
Truckee
When you head out for a ski, don’t leave Fido at home! At Tahoe Donner Cross Country you can enjoy cross country skiing, snowshoeing or even fat biking with your dog by your side.
Read moreTahoe Trail High Traverse
Truckee
• Northstar chairlift is dog friendly Hiking in and around Northstar® Resort is a fun way to spend your days in the mountains.
Read moreTrout Creek Trail
Truckee
Trout Creek trail is a multi-use, paved path that connects the Tahoe Donner neighborhood to Bridge Street in downtown Truckee. The trail begins off of Northwoods Blvd. near Coyote Moon Golf Course.
Read moreTruckee River Legacy Trail
Truckee
The Truckee River Legacy Trail connects downtown Truckee with the Glenshire neighborhood, while traveling along the banks of the Truckee River.
Read moreTuolumne Grove Trailhead
Mariposa
Popular hiking trail featuring a low-key 2.5-mi. descent amid massive, pass-through sequoia trees. Tuolumne Grove Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park.
Read moreTwenty Lakes Basin Trail
Lee Vining
The Twenty Lakes Basin trail, in the Hoover Wilderness area, offers a wonderfully scenic experience for you and your dog.
Read moreWatson Lake Loop
Truckee
Hiking in and around Northstar® Resort is a fun way to spend your days in the mountains. Whether you would like to ride the gondola and hike down the...
Read moreWawona Meadow Loop Trailhead
Mariposa
Gentle, 3.5-mile loop along a dirt fire road winding through trees & a wildflower-filled meadow. Wawona Meadow Loop Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area located in TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park.
Read moreWest Martis Creek Loop
Truckee
The West Martis Creek Trail at Northstar California, located in Truckee, Nevada County, is a delightful dog-friendly hiking option in the Gold Country region.
Read moreYosemite Mountain Trail Lodge
Oakhurst
Situated in the picturesque town of Oakhurst in Yosemite Madera County, Yosemite Mountain Trail Lodge offers a serene retreat for travelers exploring the Gold Country region.
Read moreMore Adventures in High Sierra Region
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