Featured restaurants
Bella Bru – El Dorado Hills
El Dorado Hills
Located in the charming town of El Dorado Hills in Gold Country, Bella Bru is a beloved local gem that offers a unique dining experience for both humans and their furry companions.
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Relish Burger Bar
El Dorado Hills
Relish Burger Bar in El Dorado Hills, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for dog-loving food enthusiasts. Their beautiful heated patio welcomes patrons to dine alongside their furry companions, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for all.
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Selland’s
El Dorado Hills
Selland's Market Café in El Dorado Hills, established in 2001, is a beloved family restaurant owned and operated by the Selland Family Restaurants co-founders and owners - Randall Selland and Nancy Zimmer - along with their grown children, Josh Nelson and Tamera Baker.
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The Purple Place Bar & Grill
El Dorado Hills
Located in El Dorado Hills, The Purple Place Bar & Grill has been a beloved establishment since 1955, earning its reputation as the "Original Roadhouse" of the area.
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Sacramento’s dog-friendly outdoor dining scene
Sacramento farm-to-fork dining thrives on dog-friendly patios across the city. From Burgers and Brew to Bike Dog Brewing taproom and Tequila Museo Mayahuel fine Mexican fare, there is a patio seat waiting for you and your pup.
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El Dorado County’s adventure loop
The El Dorado County Adventure Loop packs 45 miles of Gold Country exploration into one weekend, with dog-friendly hiking at Cronan Ranch, wine tasting at Jose Wine Caves and Gold Rush history in Coloma.
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Wandering El Dorado County
El Dorado County offers everything from Echo Lake hikes along the Pacific Crest Trail to five sparkling lakes in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area. With over 700 dog-friendly campsites and trails into Desolation Wilderness, summer adventures abound.
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Why spring is the best-kept secret in Gold Country
If you've been waiting for the right moment to load up the car and point it toward the Sierra foothills, this is it.
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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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