Featured things to do
Bluff Top Sea Ranch Access
The Sea Ranch
Sonoma County Regional Parks manages the Bluff Top Sea Ranch Access Trail, one of six public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community located south of Gualala.
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16 dog-friendly cabins on the Mendocino Coast
16 dog-friendly places to stay on the Mendocino Coast and inland Mendocino County—from cabins and cottages to inns, lodges, and historic lighthouse keeper homes—drawn from DogTrekker’s directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties. Every property below links to its full DogTrekker listing…
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9 dog-friendly bed & breakfasts on the Mendocino Coast
9 dog-friendly bed & breakfasts across the Mendocino Coast, from Albion to Westport, drawn from DogTrekker’s directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties. Every property below links to its full DogTrekker listing with photos, pet policies, booking details, and directions. Blair House…
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Escape into nature at Stone Ranch and Mendocino Grove
Mendocino Stone Ranch is a 50-acre retreat with art installations, redwood trails and unique lodging options including a yurt with ocean views. Nearby Mendocino Grove hosts dog-friendly group events amid stately forests.
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Shell Beach coastal access trail
The Shell Beach Coastal Access Trail at Sea Ranch in Sonoma County offers a scenic walk through pine forests and meadows to a sandy beach with tide pools. Dogs are welcome on leash, and parking is free with trail access…
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Seaside waves and walks with your dog
A drive along Highway 1 through Mendocino County rewards you and your dog with sandy stops at every turn. Enjoy off-leash romps at Noyo Beach and Seaside Beach or leashed walks at MacKerricher State Park.
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Beaching it with your pup in Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg beaches give dogs plenty of sand time. Glass Beach dazzles with smooth, colorful sea glass, Noyo Beach offers off-leash fun where the river meets the Pacific, and Seaside Beach has roomy stretches for running free.
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