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Beal’s Point Campground
Granite Bay
Beal's Point Campground is one of two locations on Folsom Lake that allows overnight camping. Barbecue pits, shade areas and large grassy areas can accommodate many family picnics and other activities as well.
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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-friendly lakes not named “Tahoe”
Skip the Tahoe crowds and explore California's quieter dog-friendly lakes instead. From Clear Lake in Lake County to Big Bear, Shasta Lake and more, these alternatives offer great swimming, boating and shoreline fun with your pup.
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Have a dog-gone good time at Folsom Lake
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area welcomes dogs on trails and in most of its waters, just 25 miles from Sacramento. With 75 miles of shoreline, hiking paths, picnic areas, and campgrounds, it's a top day-trip destination.
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Gold Country wine trail
The Placer Wine Trail features 20 boutique wineries in the Sierra Foothills near Auburn. Most are family owned and dog-friendly, including Vina Castellano, where pups are welcome in the tasting room, on the patio, and out by the pond.
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Tahoe dog trails loved to death — and alternatives
Eagle Falls, Emerald Bay and Mt. Tallac are buckling under crowds. Here are the Tahoe dog trails taking the hit — and quieter alternatives that still deliver.
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Why your dog’s poop is a Lake Tahoe problem
Tahoe's famous blue isn't just scenery — it's chemistry. Here's what your dog's poop actually does to the lake, and how to hike without adding to it.
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