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Nicholson House at Beaujolais
Mendocino
The Nicholson House sits on a quiet corner in Mendocino Village in a thoughtfully renovated 1882 Victorian with geometric tilework, bold color choices, and modern light fixtures positioned alongside original woodwork. Seven rooms each have distinct aesthetics, ranging from art deco influences to contemporary minimalism
Read moreNorth Cliff Hotel
Fort Bragg
The award-winning North Cliff Hotel in Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, along the California Coast, is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking stunning views of the Pacific coast, spectacular sunsets, and top-notch service.
Read moreNorth Coast Country Inn
Gualala
Located along the breathtaking California Highway 1 in Mendocino County's stunning wine country, North Coast Country Inn stands as a tranquil...
Read moreNorthport Mobile RV resort
Lakeport
Northport Mobile RV resort is a dog-friendly campground in Lakeport in California’s North Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read morePine Beach Inn
Fort Bragg
Set on 11 tranquil acres in Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, Pine Beach Inn stands out as the only inn in the area with a private beach and cove.
Read morePine Grove Resort
Cobb
Pine Grove Resort in Cobb, Lake County, California Wine Country, offers a serene escape for travelers seeking a harmonious blend of nature and comfort.
Read morePrairie Creek Redwoods
Orick
Fifty miles north of Eureka, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park protects sandy beaches and open meadows grazed by magnificent herds of Roosevelt elk. Ferns cascade down canyon walls.
Read moreQuality Inn
Ukiah
The Quality Inn hotel in Ukiah near Lake Mendocino offers a pet-friendly retreat in Mendocino County's California Wine Country. Conveniently...
Read moreRavenridge Cottages
Yorkville
Ravenridge Cottages in Yorkville, Mendocino County, California Wine Country, offers a serene retreat for travelers seeking a peaceful getaway. Situated...
Read moreRedcrest Resort
Redcrest
The dog-friendly Redcrest Resort in Humboldt County is a charming campground offering cozy cottages along the picturesque Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Read moreRedwood Majic
Mendocino
“Redwood Majic” is a serene and intensely quiet property, ringed by towering magical redwoods yet located less than a mile from the charming Mendocino Village. This two-story, 1600 sq.
Read moreRedwoods River Resort
Leggett
Redwoods River Resort & Campground in Leggett, Mendocino County, California, offers a delightful retreat for travelers seeking a family-friendly campground experience.
Read moreRiverwalk RV Park & Campground
Fortuna
Relax in the Redwood Empire along side the beautiful Eel River. Immaculately maintained grounds add to the beauty and relaxed atmosphere of our park. Explore the Avenue of the Giants, nearby ocean beaches or mountain rivers.
Read moreSandy Bar Ranch
Orleans
Sandy Bar Ranch in Orleans, Humboldt County, offers a serene retreat along the Klamath River. Their riverside cabins provide a peaceful setting with private swimming and excellent fishing access.
Read moreScotia Lodge
Scotia
Scotia Lodge, a 22-room historic hotel located at the Northern entrance to Avenue of the Giants in Redwood State Park, offers a prime location for a California Redwood Adventure.
Read moreSCP Mendocino Coast Lodge
Albion
SCP Mendocino Coast Lodge sits on a bluff above the Albion River where the landscape reads as carefully preserved rather than constructed—gardens roll down to coastal views, and the main house, an 1867 Victorian manor, shares the property with a modern adjoining lodge. The mix
Read moreSCP Mendocino Inn and Farm
Little River
The SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm spreads across a working property where chickens roam the grounds, a working garden produces vegetables that appear at breakfast, and an 1867 country manor anchors the landscape. The collection of buildings—the original manor, a modern lodge, and four other
Read moreSeabird Lodge
Fort Bragg
Located on the picturesque California coast in Fort Bragg, the Seabird Lodge offers a welcoming retreat for travelers and their furry companions. This...
Read moreSeafoam Lodge
Little River
. Perched along the picturesque coastline of Mendocino County, Seafoam Lodge offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Tucked...
Read moreSerenisea Cottages
Gualala
Perched majestically on a bluff overlooking the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, Serenisea Cottages in Gualala, Mendocino County, beckons travelers...
Read moreShambhala Ranch Eco-Lodge Inn & Retreat Center
Ukiah
Shambhala Ranch sits on 180 acres of rolling terrain between Ukiah and the coast, built around a striking custom redwood lodge. The redwood construction immediately draws attention; the architecture engages seriously with the landscape rather than fighting it. The property feels genuinely remote—you’re driving deep
Read moreShaw House Inn
Ferndale
The Shaw House Inn, a charming Victorian bed and breakfast in Ferndale, Humboldt County, is a delightful retreat for travelers exploring California's North Coast.
Read moreShelter Cove RV Campground
Whitethorn
Shelter Cove RV Campground is a dog-friendly campground in Whitethorn in California’s North Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreShoreline Cottages
Fort Bragg
This dog-friendly hotel is conveniently located on the inland side of Highway 1, a short walk to the ocean. Shoreline Cottages is just south of Fort Bragg and minutes from Mendocino.
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Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs
The dog days of summer are here! Got a pup who loves the water? California's rivers, lakes and coastal landscapes welcome four-legged family members with paw-some adventures.
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Rove the rivers and coastline of magical Mendocino
Few places cater to water-loving canines like Catch A Canoe & Bicycles, Too. A perennial DogTrekker favorite, this Mendocino coast mainstay runs guided tours and rents dog-friendly watersports equipment on the Stanford Inn grounds. Innkeepers Joan and Jeff Stanford have…
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Stanford Inn: Green, gorgeous and welcoming for 45 years
The Stanford Inn by the Sea in Mendocino celebrates 45 years of welcoming dogs with ocean-view rooms, plant-based dining, spa services and nature walks. This eco-resort treats four-legged guests like family, with treats, beds and coastal trails nearby.
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Redwoods, shallow roots, and dogs on fire roads
Coast redwoods have roots just 6-12 feet deep but 100 feet wide. Here's why that shapes where your dog can walk in California's redwood parks.
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Roosevelt elk and dogs: rules for the North Coast
Roosevelt elk, bears, seal pups, plovers — California's North Coast is thick with wildlife. Here's exactly what to do when your dog meets them.
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Pups for the planet: leaving only paw prints
This Earth Day, DogTrekker is celebrating something worth wagging about: our community. A recent reader survey shows 99% of you pack it in and pack it out, and 95% leash up in sensitive habitats. Now, that’s a pack worth howling…
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