Featured things to do
Alameda Creek Regional Trail
Fremont
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, dogs must be on leash in parking...
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Anthony Chabot Regional Park
Castro Valley
Camping and a wealth of other outdoor activities are available only 20 minutes from downtown...
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Auburn Welcome Center
Auburn
Placer County is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, wine connoisseurs, epicureans, and history buffs alike.
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Balsam Meadows SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Balsam Meadows is located on the north side of Highway 168, east of Shaver Lake....
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Barstow Welcome Center
Barstow
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges....
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Bass Pro Shops
Rancho Cucamonga
Bass Pro Shops in Rancho Cucamonga sprawls across nearly 180,000 sq ft of immersive retail space, offering...
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Big Bear Discovery Center
Big Bear Lake
The dog-friendly Big Bear Discovery Center Big Bear Lake is your friendly guide to exploring...
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Big Bear Lake Visitor Center
Big Bear Lake
The Big Bear Lake Visitor Center is your go-to spot for insightful, firsthand information about...
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Big Bear Lake: a four-paw adventure in Southern California’s alpine country
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake offers a dog-friendly paradise nestled in the picturesque San Bernardino National Forest,...
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Big Bear Marina
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Marina is just a short walk from the village off Big Bear Boulevard...
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Big Bear Queen Lake Tour
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Queen Lake Tour is the longest-running lake tour in Big Bear Lake, offering...
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Big Break Regional Park
Oakley
Big Break Regional Shoreline, part of the so-called “Inland Coast” at the mouth of the...
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Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve
San Ramon
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park...
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Borrow a Buddy
Fort Bragg
Want to explore Mendocino County and the coast with a four-footed friend? Mendocino Coast Humane...
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Briones Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Although Briones Regional Park is close to Pleasant Hill, Concord, Martinez, Lafayette and Walnut Creek,...
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Briones to Mount Diablo Regional Trail
Lafayette
The Briones to Mount Diablo Regional Trail connects Briones Regional Park and Mt. Diablo State...
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Brushy Peak Regional Preserve
Livermore
Brushy Peak Regional Preserve is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of...
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Cabazon Dinosaurs
Cabazon
Looking for a wonderful, kitscchy roadside attraction? Look no further than the Cabazon Dinosaurs! Your...
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Calico Ghost Town
Yermo
Calico Ghost Town is an old West mining town that has been around since 1881 during...
Read MoreCalifornia State Capitol Park
Sacramento
Capitol Park in Sacramento is a lush 40-acre oasis right in the heart of the...
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California Welcome Center – Gilroy
Gilroy
Whether you’re just visiting Gilroy for the day or plan to stay awhile, make the...
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California Welcome Center – Anderson
Anderson
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges....
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Cannery Row
Monterey
Welcome to Cannery Row in Monterey, California, the most popular vacation destination on California’s Central...
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Carmel Beach
Carmel By The Sea
Carmel Beach is known for its white sands and the clear waters of the Pacific...
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Carquinez Strait Regional Park
Martinez
Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline comprises 1,415 acres of bluffs and shoreline along Carquinez Scenic Drive...
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Castaic Lake State Recreation Area
Castaic
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area is one of the largest and most spectacular state water...
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Chandelier Drive-Thru Tree Park
Leggett
The Chandelier Tree is one of several in California to have had a tunnel bored...
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Chimney Beach
Incline Village
Chimney Beach is a secluded, dog-friendly beach on Tahoe's Nevada side and is easily accessible...
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Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve
Oakland
Dog-friendly Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve is a part of the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park...
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Clear Lake
Lakeport
Clear Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within the state. Spanning over 68...
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Collier Interpretive Center & Information Center
Yreka
Collier Interpretive & Information Center (CIIC) serves as a vital “Port of Entry” for travelers...
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Contra Loma Regional Park
Antioch
Contra Loma Regional Park in Antioch, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a sprawling...
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Coronado Dog Beach
Coronado
Coronado’s Dog Beach offers leash-free fun year-round and is conveniently located across from Sunset Park...
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Coyote Hills Regional Park
Fremont
Coyote Hills Regional Park, dedicated in 1967 and covering 1,266 acres along the eastern shore...
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Coyote SNO-Park
Big Creek
Coyote SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake....
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Crissy Field
San Francisco
The Crissy Field shoreline provides a well-groomed promenade trail, beaches, picnic tables, tidal marsh overlooks,...
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Crockett Hills Regional Park
Crockett
Part of the East Bay Regional Park District, the 1,939 acres of Crockett Hills Regional...
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Del Mar North Beach
Del Mar
Del Mar North Beach, affectionately known by locals and visitors as “Dog Beach,” presents a...
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Del Valle Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is a 5,000-acre...
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Diablo Foothills Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Diablo Foothills Regional Park is the gateway to the parklands of Mount Diablo State Park...
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Dillon Beach: A dog-friendly adventure destination
Marshall
Dillon Beach, located in Marin County, allows off-leash dogs to run and play on the...
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Doheny State Beach
Dana Point
Doheny State Beach is located in the city of Dana Point, California and is one...
Read MoreDonner Summit Rest Area I-80 East
Truckee
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when...
Read MoreDoran Regional Park
Bodega Bay
Dog-friendly Doran Regional Park in Bodega Bay has a 2-mile stretch of sandy beach for...
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Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Oakland
Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park's 1,829 acres also coast redwoods, evergreens, chaparral, and grasslands....
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East Bay Regional Park District
Pleasant Hill
For dogs and the humans who follow, the EBRPD is one of the most dog-friendly...
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Eastwood Sno-Park
Lakeshore
Eastwood is located on the east side of Highway 168 at Huntington Lake Road in...
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Echo Lake
South Lake Tahoe
This scenic area at Echo Summit is justifiably popular with DogTrekkers as leashes are not...
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Eco Boat Rentals
San Diego
Dog-friendly Eco Boat Rentals invites visitors to embark on an eco-friendly adventure exploring the scenic...
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El Dorado Hills Welcome Center
El Dorado Hills
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges....
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Five Canyons Open Space
Castro Valley
Discover the dog-friendly Five Canyons Open Space in Castro Valley, boasting over 300 acres of...
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Fort Funston
San Francisco
Dogs are allowed on leash or under voice control in designated areas at Fort Funston...
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Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks
Hayward
Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one...
Read MoreGaslamp Quarter
San Diego
As the West Coast’s premier entertainment district, guests can immerse themselves in the rich Victorian...
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Golden Era Architecture Walking Tour
West Hollywood
Take a leisurely walk through the heart of West Hollywood and immerse yourself in the...
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Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco
While you can’t take your dog with you to walk on the bridge itself, you...
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Hayward Regional Park
Hayward
Hayward Regional Shoreline, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, consists of 1,811 acres...
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Highway 108 SNO-Park
Strawberry
California State Highway 108 traverses the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of 9,628 feet and...
Read MoreHistoric Old Town San Diego
San Diego
The Historic Old Town San Diego, located in San Diego County, Southern California, is a...
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Hope Valley
Markleeville
Enjoy winter recreation and snowshoeing opportunities with your dog at Hope Valley.
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Huntington Beach Dog Beach
Huntington Beach
Huntington Dog Beach is the only stretch of beach in Huntington Beach where dogs are...
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Huntington Lake
Lakeshore
Huntington Lake is a popular summer and winter recreation area. This beautiful high sierra lake...
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Iron Horse Regional Trail
Pleasant Hill
The dog-friendly Iron Horse Regional trail is a multi-use, whole-access trail between the cities of...
Read MoreJoshua Tree Certified Farmers’ Market
Joshua Tree
Support an awesome community of hardworking farmers at the Joshua Tree Farmers' Market. This dog-friendly...
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Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
El Sobrante
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, offers a...
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Lake Alpine SNO-Park
Arnold
Lake Alpine SNO-Park is located at the winter closure gate on Highway 4. Enjoy cross-country...
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Lake Chabot Regional Park
Castro Valley
The Lake Chabot Regional Park, reservoir, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, was...
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Lake Shasta Caverns
Lakehead
Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark is a geologic adventure for your whole family. Take...
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Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve
Oakland
Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve, beautiful wooded canyon, is protected in this 290-acre parkland...
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Mammoth Lakes Resort Area
Mammoth Lakes
Mammoth Lakes’ motto is, ‘Come as you are. Do what you love.’ This applies to...
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Marin Headlands
Sausalito
You’ve seen the views a million times in photographs, but if you haven’t soaked them...
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Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Park
Oakland
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline is a dog-friendly 741-acre park leased from the Port...
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Middle Creek Campground
Upper Lake
Middle Creek Campground is located eight miles north of Upper Lake on County Road 301...
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Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline
Point Richmond
The 307-acre Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline in Richmond, part of the East Bay Regional Park District,...
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Mission Peak Regional Preserve
Fremont
Rising steeply to the east behind the city of Fremont, Mission and Monument peaks form...
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Mitchell’s Cove Beach
Santa Cruz
Mitchell’s Cove Beach, located in Santa Cruz, offers a picturesque coastal retreat for both locals...
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Mohave National Preserve
Essex
Mohave National Preserve offers extensive opportunities to experience desert landscapes. The preserve promotes understanding and...
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Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
Livermore
Most of the Morgan Territory Regional Preserve’s 4,708-acre park trails are named to commemorate indigenous...
Read MoreMorro Bay State Park
Morro Bay
Let Morro Rock, a major coastal landmark, be your guide as you explore two dog-friendly...
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Muir Beach
Muir Beach
Dog-friendly Muir beach has high bluffs border the beach to the north and south, while...
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Next Level Sailing
San Diego
Six years ago, a unique tradition began for Next Level Sailing when Captain Troy introduced...
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Noyo Beach
Fort Bragg
Noyo Beach is a small but popular off-leash dog beach in Fort Bragg.
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Ocean Beach
San Francisco
Ocean Beach in San Francisco is the widest and longest expanse of sand on San...
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Ohlone Wilderness Regional Preserve
Fremont
You have to hike or ride horseback to see the Ohlone Wilderness Regional Preserve magnificent...
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Old Faithful Geyser
Calistoga
To this day, Old Faithful Geyser of California remains as one of the most photographed...
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Old Sacramento
Sacramento
What is now the Old Sacramento Historic District was the city’s waterfront hub during the Gold...
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Oyster Bay Regional Park
San Leandro
Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline waterfront parkland is on the site of a former landfill is...
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Paramount Ranch
Agoura Hills
Paramount Ranch has been a special place in film history since 1927. It is the...
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Point Isabel Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
There are beautiful views of the Golden Gate and Marin County from this landscaped, 23-acre...
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Point Pinole Regional Shoreline
Pleasant Hill
The journey is as scenic as the destination at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, a 2,315-acre...
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Presidio Tunnel Tops park
San Francisco
The Presidio Tunnel Tops is a dog-friendly San Franciscos great escape park – a beautiful 14-acre park...
Read MoreRailtown 1897 State Historic Park
Jamestown
Located just six miles from Columbia State Historic Park in Jamestown, Tuolumne County, Railtown 1897...
Read MoreRiver Fox Train
Sacramento
Embark on a unique adventure with your furry companion aboard the River Fox Train in...
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Roaring Camp Railroads
Felton
Roaring Camp Railroads is a family-friendly (dogs included, of course) railroad that operates steam excursion...
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Rock Creek SNO-Park
Mammoth Lakes
Rock Creek SNO-Park is located on the west side of Highway 395 at Rock Creek...
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Round Valley SNO-Park
Arnold
Round Valley SNO-Park is located on Highway 207 (Mt. Reba Road), just north of Highway...
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Seaside Beach
Fort Bragg
Seaside Beach is a beautiful and dog-friendly beach located approximately 6 miles north of Fort...
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Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area
Pleasant Hill
Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area is a 266-acre park that includes an 80-acre lake, ample...
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Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
Oakland
East Bay residents have a volcano in their backyard at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. Dogs...
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Skunk Train Fort Bragg Depot
Fort Bragg
Dogs are welcome to board the Dog-friendly Skunk Train in Fort Bragg Depot, where a...
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Skunk Train Willits Depot
Willits
A time traveler from the last century would feel quite at home riding California Western...
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Sobrante Ridge Botanic Regional Preserve
Richmond
The Sobrante Ridge Botanic Regional Preserve’s 277-acre oak/bay parkland preserves the habitat of the extremely...
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Spicer SNO-Park
Arnold
Spicer SNO-PARK features snowmobile trails to Union and Utica Reservoirs, Summit and Elephant Rock Lakes,...
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Sundial Bridge
Redding
Redding’s iconic Sundial Bridge has been drawing tourists off Interstate 5 since 2004 and generating...
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Sunol Regional Wilderness
Pleasant Hill
Bedrock mortars used by Native Americans for pounding acorns that were found in the area...
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Tahoe City Marina Boat Rentals
Tahoe City
Formerly known as Tahoe Boat Company, the dog-friendly Tahoe City Marina is one of the...
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Tamarack SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Tamarack SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake....
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Ted and Kathy Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline
Martinez
At Ted and Kathy Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline, managed by the dog-friendly East Bay Regional...
Read MoreThe Nut Tree
Vacaville
The former Nut Tree was a nostalgic focal point for many SF Bay Area residents....
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The Petrified Forest
Calistoga
The Petrified Forest in Calistoga, Napa County, California, offers a captivating journey through time, transporting...
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Tilden Regional Park
Berkeley
One of the East Bay Regional Park District‘s three oldest parks, Charles Lee Tilden Regional...
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Tilden/Redwood Valley Railway
Berkeley
The Tilden Park Steam Train, also known as the Redwood Valley Railway, is located in...
Read MoreTravel Town Museum
Los Angeles
Travel Town Museum is a renowned transport museum situated within the northwest corner of Los...
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Ventura Harbor Village
Ventura
Ventura Harbor Village is a dog-friendly coastal destination offering plenty of fun for both you...
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Victoria Gardens
Rancho Cucamonga
Victoria Gardens is a favorite destination for dog owners looking to shop, dine, and explore...
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Western Railway Museum
Suisun City
Take an electric train trip through the Montezuma Hills over the original historic main line...
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White Mountains Wilderness
Bishop
The pristine White Mountains Wilderness about 40 miles east Bishop is a beautiful place for...
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Wild Blue Dog Camp
South Lake Tahoe
One in three dogs will get cancer. Six million dogs will be diagnosed this year....
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Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
Richmond
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park encompasses 2,430 acres along the Wildcat Creek watershed and the surrounding...
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Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
Fish Camp
The historic Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is irresistible not just to rail buffs, but...
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Yosemite National Park
El Portal
Before you bring your dog to Yosemite National Park, read up on the rules so...
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Yuba Pass SNO-Park
Sierraville
Yuba Pass SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 49 at Yuba Pass.
Read MoreOther things to do
17 Mile Drive
Pebble Beach
17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey County, is a renowned scenic route that captivates visitors...
Read MoreAbel’s Apple Acres
Placerville
Abel’s Apple Acres, located in the heart of Apple Country in Placerville, El Dorado County,...
Read MoreAce It Bike Tours
Windsor
Embark on a unique adventure with Ace It Bike Tours in the picturesque town of...
Read MoreAmerican River Cherry Company
Placerville
American River Cherry Company, located in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for...
Read MoreApple Country Christmas Trees
Camino
Apple Country Christmas Trees in Camino, El Dorado County, offers a delightful experience for both...
Read MoreArroyo Burro Beach
Santa Barbara
While DogTrekker regularly updates off-leash rules, it is important to check to be sure that...
Read MoreAvenue of the Giants
Phillipsville
Avenue of the Giants in Phillipsville, Humboldt County, offers a scenic 31-mile drive along a...
Read MoreBaker Beach
San Francisco
Dog-friendly Mile-long Baker Beach in San Francisco lies at the foot of the rugged cliffs...
Read MoreBarstow/Calico KOA
Yermo
The Barstow/Calico KOA in Yermo, San Bernardino County, Southern California, offers a range of accommodations...
Read MoreBig Lagoon County Park
Trinidad
Please note: ocean side of the sand spit can host sneaker waves. Keep the kids...
Read MoreBlack Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
Antioch
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park...
Read MoreBlackwood Canyon
Tahoe City
Blackwood Canyon is located on the west side of Highway 89, three miles south of...
Read MoreBlue Ox Millworks & Historic Park
Eureka
Blue Ox Millworks & Historic Park in Eureka, Humboldt County, offers a unique experience where...
Read MoreBluff Top Sea Ranch Access Trail
The Sea Ranch
The Bluff Top Trail – 3 miles one way – runs along the headlands from...
Read MoreBolinas Beach
Marshall
Bolinas Beach is an off-leash beach that can be hard to find, as residents of...
Read MoreBothe-Napa Valley State Park
Calistoga
Located in the heart of the beautiful Napa Valley wine country, the Park offers camping,...
Read MoreBouchaine Vineyards
Napa
Originally planted in the 1880s, Bouchaine Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in Carneros,...
Read MoreBreakaway Tours
Pismo Beach
Breakaway Tours has been uncorking California’s Central Coast wine regions since 1995. They understand the...
Read MoreCalaveras Visitors Center
Angels Camp
The Calaveras Visitors Center in Angels Camp, Calaveras County, is a must-visit destination for history...
Read MoreCalizona RV & MH Park
Needles
Scenic desert setting, clean and friendly. Community spirit & activities. Rec House, laundry, free showers,...
Read MoreCamanche Lake
Ione
Camanche Lake, a popular recreation destination with 56 miles of shoreline, sits behind Camanche Dam,...
Read MoreCamp at the Cove
Zephyr Cove
Few places on earth rival South Lake Tahoe for unspoiled beauty, making it a natural...
Read MoreCamp High Sierra
Mammoth Lakes
This unique campground offers tent camping sites, trailer/RV sites with hook-ups, rustic bunk style cabins,...
Read MoreCamp Nauvoo
Placerville
Camp Nauvoo is a small (16 sites), family-owned campground near Placerville. Entering its first full...
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