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Mono County Animal Control
Bridgeport
Mono County Animal Control, located in Bridgeport, Mono County, in the Eastern Sierra region, is a vital public health and safety enforcement agency committed to safeguarding both people and animals.
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Dog’s guide to autumn: 5 Northern California day trips
Autumn in Northern California means cooler trails, colorful foliage and fewer crowds. These five dog-friendly day trips cover Apple Hill orchards, Gold Rush towns, ocean bluffs and redwood groves, each one perfect for a fall road trip with your pup.
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To Bridgeport and beyond in the Eastern Sierra
Bridgeport in the Eastern Sierra offers dog-friendly lodges, the ghost town of Bodie State Historic Park, and the pristine Virginia Lakes at 9,000 feet. With rustic cabins, trout-filled waters, and quiet mountain scenery, it's an unforgettable stop on Highway 395.
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When and where to go in the Eastern Sierra
The Eastern Sierra is a year-round playground for dogs, but fall steals the show. Late September through mid-October brings California's best foliage, with golden aspens lining streams beneath granite peaks along Highway 395.
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Big mountains, big fun at dog-friendly Mammoth
The drive to Mammoth Lakes on Highway 395 is half the adventure, with stops at Mono Lake and Convict Lake. Once there, your dog can join you for snowshoeing, hiking, and cross-country skiing in the Inyo National Forest.
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Dog-friendly Highway 20 preserves beckon in spring
The Sierra foothills along Highway 20 between Marysville and Nevada City burst with wildflowers and waterfalls each spring. South Yuba River State Park and the vast Spenceville Wildlife Area both offer gorgeous, dog-friendly trails worth a weekend trip.
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Fourth stop: Truckee to Mammoth Lakes
The road from Truckee to Mammoth Lakes follows scenic Highway 395 past Bodie ghost town, surreal Mono Lake and into the Eastern Sierra. At Mammoth Mountain, dogs can ride the gondola to 11,053 feet and hike down through alpine lakes.
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