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Figueroa Plaza
Ventura
Figueroa Plaza, located in historical Ventura, across from the iconic mission San Buenaventura, is a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.
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Serra Cross Park
Ventura
Serra Cross Park, located in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a serene escape for both locals and visitors.
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Ventura Pier
Ventura
Since 1872, the Ventura Pier has stood as a symbol of Ventura County's rich history and natural resources.
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Commemorative Air Force Museum
Camarillo
The Commemorative Air Force Museum in Camarillo, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a must-visit destination for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Their mission is to honor American Military Aviation through flight, exhibition, and remembrance.
Read moreMission San Miguel Arcangel
San Miguel
Mission San Miguel Arcangel, founded in 1797, stands as a significant historical and cultural landmark in San Miguel, San Luis Obispo County, on California's Central Coast.
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King City
San Lorenzo Park, part of Monterey County Parks, is as picturesque as the Salinas Valley which surrounds it.
Read moreSan Luis Obispo Museum of Art
San Luis Obispo
The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art in San Luis Obispo County on the Central Coast is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts and pet owners alike.
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8 dog-friendly cabins in Monterey and Big Sur
8 dog-friendly cabins across Monterey and Big Sur, from Big Sur to Pacific Grove, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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Spring in Paso Robles with your dog
Paso Robles wine country has a short window every year when the hills turn electric green, the vines are just starting to leaf out, and the tasting rooms…
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Central Coast nesting season: a dog owner’s calendar
Month-by-month guide to Central Coast beach closures for snowy plover nesting, plus dog-friendly beaches that stay open March through September.
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Heatstroke and hot pavement: California dog summer safety
Heatstroke kills 50–64% of affected dogs, and 3 out of 4 cases are caused by exercise — not hot weather alone. Here's what California dog owners need to know about hot pavement, warning signs, emergency cooling, and the state law…
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An easy California dog trip for seniors
California suits seniors traveling with dogs when the trip is built around short drives, easy walks, cooler weather and stops with clear pet rules.
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Santa Barbara with your dog: what locals keep quiet
Santa Barbara's dog-friendly secret isn't on the downtown wharf: it's in the foothills, the canyons, and a beach the locals still call Hendry's. Here's where we actually go on a Central Coast weekend.
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