Other places to stay
Shoreline RV Park
Eureka
Shoreline RV Park is a dog-friendly campground in Eureka in California’s North Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreSkylark Shores Resort
Lakeport
Skylark Shores Resort is a dog-friendly hotel in Lakeport in California’s North Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreSleepy Hollow RV Park
Willits
In Willits, Mendocino County, California Wine Country, Sleepy Hollow RV Park offers a serene retreat for travelers seeking a pet-friendly accommodation. This small park boasts long pull-through sites with a 30 amp maximum, catering to RVers and tenters alike.
Read moreSoul Whispering Ranch
Witter Springs
Soul Whispering Ranch is a dog-friendly retreat set amid the serene landscape of Witter Springs in Northern California, offering a peaceful escape for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Read moreSportsman’s RV Park
Fort Bragg
Sportsman's RV Park in Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, California Coast, is where every adventure begins.
Read moreSuper 8 by Wyndham Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg
Super 8 by Wyndham Fort Bragg welcomes dogs at this comfortable Mendocino Coast hotel, offering an affordable and convenient base for exploring the scenic northern California coastline.
Read moreSuper 8 Ukiah
Ukiah
Super 8 Ukiah welcomes both two-legged and four-legged guests to its eco-friendly haven located in the stunning Redwood Forest in northern...
Read moreSuper 8 Upper Lake
Upper Lake
Super 8 Upper Lake in Upper Lake, California, is a dog-friendly hotel that offers a comfortable stay for travelers looking to explore the enchanting Lake County attractions.
Read moreSurf Motel
Gualala
Surf Motel, a bluff-top complex in Gualala, offers a unique advantage for DogTrekkers visiting Mendocino County, California Wine Country. Situated at the...
Read moreSurf Motel and Gardens
Fort Bragg
Surf Motel and Gardens offers a charming coastal retreat in Fort Bragg, featuring beautifully landscaped grounds and dog-friendly accommodations along the Mendocino Coast.
Read moreSweetwater Inn & Spa
Mendocino
Sweetwater Inn is a Victorian mansion that anchors a compound of historic buildings along Mendocino's Main Street, the kind of place where you walk in and immediately understand why people come here to slow down. The main house has the creaky-floor, high-ceilings charm you'd expect
Read moreSweetwater Inn & Eco Spa
Mendocino
In the charming coastal village of Mendocino, Sweetwater Inn & Eco Spa offers a serene retreat for both humans and their furry companions.
Read moreSylvan Harbor RV Park
Trinidad
In the lush surroundings of Trinidad, Humboldt County, Sylvan Harbor RV Park offers a serene retreat for both two-legged and four-legged travelers. This pet-friendly campground is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful coastal getaway with their furry companions.
Read moreThe Andiron Seaside Inn
Mendocino
The Andiron Seaside Inn & Cabins in Mendocino offers a charming retreat for pet owners seeking a coastal escape. With dog-friendly accommodations, furry guests can enjoy their stay alongside their humans.
Read moreThe Andiron Seaside Inn & Cabins
Little River
The Andiron’s cabins feel like staying inside a carefully curated thrift store—salvaged wood, vintage furnishings, and repurposed details fill every corner, but never in a cluttered way. The owners clearly spent real time hunting for the right pieces, and the result is genuinely relaxing rather
Read moreThe Lodge at Blue Lakes
Upper Lake
The Lodge at Blue Lakes in Upper Lake, Lake County, California Wine Country offers a rich history and a commitment to providing guests with an unforgettable experience that seamlessly blends nature with modern comforts.
Read moreThe Madrones
Philo
With National award winning architecture, this Mediterranean compound was once a modest rural homestead and TV repair shop.
Read moreThe Mendocino Hotel and Garden
Mendocino
In the picturesque coastal town of Mendocino, The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites is a historic gem that offers a unique blend of luxury, charm, and dog-friendly hospitality.
Read moreThe Oasis Campground
Clearlake Oaks
The dog-friendly Oasis Campground is located on an island in the northeastern corner of Clear Lake. All sites are waterfront with a fire ring and picnic table.
Read moreThe Redwood Riverwalk Hotel
Fortuna
The Redwood Riverwalk Hotel is a dog-friendly hotel in Fortuna in California’s North Coast, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreThe Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn
Whitethorn
Serene oceanfront lodging featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus BBQs & a laid-back restaurant.
Read moreThe Surf Inn at Gualala
Gualala
Down-to-earth waterfront motel offering free full breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus a water-view sitting area.
Read moreTrinidad Retreats
Trinidad
Trinidad Retreats, operated by Jonna and Reid Kitchen, offers a variety of dog-friendly vacation rentals in Humboldt County, along California's picturesque Redwood Coast.
Read moreTrout Creek Campground
Potter Valley
Trout Creek is one of the few sizable creeks on the McCloud Flats, and is a popular undeveloped camping area. Vault toilets are provided, but there are no tables at these dispersed sites.
Read moreMore Adventures in North Coast
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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