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The Forks Resort
Bass Lake
The Forks Resort on Bass Lake, family-owned and operated for three generations, is a renowned traditional family vacation destination in Bass Lake, Yosemite, Madera County.
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The Pines Resort
Bass Lake
The Pines Resort, a full-service resort and conference center on Bass Lake, 17 miles from Yosemite National Park's Wawona entrance, offers a luxurious escape for travelers seeking a dog-friendly retreat in Gold Country.
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Outdoorsy Yosemite
Bass Lake
Understated cabins with kitchens & free Wi-Fi on a retreat offering an outdoor pool & activities. Outdoorsy Yosemite is a dog-friendly resort hotel located in Bass Lake, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park.
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Skip the beach: 4 dog-friendly lake getaways
California's lakes are filling up from winter rains and the foothills are electric green. If you and your dog want warm spring weather without sandy crowds, head inland. Four dog-friendly lake getaways — Folsom, Clear Lake, Shasta, and Bass Lake…
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Dog lover’s guide to California’s state parks and lakes
California's state parks offer lakeside romps and woodland strolls for leashed dogs. From splashing at Lake Tahoe and Folsom Lake to camping at Lake Oroville, here's your guide to trail etiquette, rules and the best pup-approved park adventures.
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Paddleboard with your dog at Bass Lake (video)
Bass Lake in Madera County, just 35 miles from Yosemite, is a fantastic spot for paddleboarding with your dog. This video shows how to play like a local on the lake's calm, clear waters.
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Bass Lake video
Less than 35 miles from Yosemite's front gate, Bass Lake offers crystal-clear waters, dog-friendly trails, and a laid-back local atmosphere. Whether you're swimming, hiking, or just exploring the shoreline, it's a perfect day trip or weekend escape with your pup.
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Bass Lake: A pet-friendly, Yosemite-area lure
Bass Lake near Yosemite has warm water, dog-friendly resorts, and vacation rentals surrounded by Sierra National Forest. Rent a pontoon boat, hike to a fire lookout, or relax at a nearby winery while your pup enjoys the mountain air.
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Journey to Wawona (Madera County, south entrance)
The Highway 41 corridor from Oakhurst to Yosemite's south entrance is full of dog-friendly stops. Bass Lake resorts, the quirky town of Coarsegold, a steam train in Fish Camp and the luxury Tenaya Lodge all welcome four-legged travelers.
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