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Abel’s Apple Acres
Placerville
Abel's Apple Acres, located in Apple Country in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for those seeking a fun-filled day out with their furry companions.
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American River Cherry Company
Placerville
American River Cherry Company, located in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for cherry and berry enthusiasts. This family farm, open seasonally from late-May to mid-July, boasts over 1000 cherry trees and approximately 24 rows of berries.
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Apple Country Christmas Trees
Camino
Apple Country Christmas Trees in Camino, El Dorado County, offers a delightful experience for both humans and their furry companions.
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Camp Nauvoo
Placerville
Camp Nauvoo is a small (16 sites), family-owned campground near Placerville.
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Cedar Ravine Tree Farm
Placerville
Cedar Ravine Tree Farm in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a charming destination for those seeking a festive experience with their furry companions.
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Crystal Creek Farm
Camino
A family-owned choose-and-cut Christmas tree farm in picturesque Camino, California. Located right in Apple Hill, we have a large selection of groomed trees on 20 wooded acres of rolling hills.
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D. L. Bliss State Park
South Lake Tahoe
L. Bliss State Park, a haven for nature enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Echo Lake
South Lake Tahoe
Echo Lake offers year-round dog-friendly fun with hiking options and a SNO-Park in the winter season. This scenic area at Echo Summit is justifiably popular with DogTrekkers as leashes are not required away from developed areas.
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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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El Dorado Orchards
Camino
El Dorado Orchards in Camino, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a fun-filled day out. Fido can enjoy watching the kids ride the Apple Ridge Express, a charming miniature train that circles the property.
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Frosty Fir Tree Farm
Placerville
Frosty Fir Tree Farm in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for families looking to create cherished holiday memories.
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Hillside Tree Farm
Camino
Hillside Tree Farm, located in Camino, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for those seeking the perfect Christmas tree in the Gold Country region.
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McGee Christmas Tree Farm
Placerville
In Placerville, within the picturesque El Dorado County of the historic Gold Country, lies McGee Christmas Tree Farm.
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Meiss Meadow SNO-Park
South Lake Tahoe
Meiss Meadow SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 88 near Carson Pass. Recommended Activities: Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snow play. No snowmobiles. The SNO-Park program provides winter recreation at locations along the Sierra Nevada.
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Pine’O’Mine Ranch
Placerville
Located on Carson Road in Apple Hill, Pine'O'Mine Ranch in Placerville is a dog-friendly haven in El Dorado County's Gold Country.
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Regan Memorial City Beach
South Lake Tahoe
Regan Memorial City Beach, located in one of South Lake Tahoe's oldest neighborhoods, offers a charming retreat for locals and visitors alike.
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Taylor Creek
South Lake Tahoe
Taylor Creek is located on the west side of Highway 89, just north of Camp Richardson Road. Overnight camping is not allowed. Leashed pets are permitted at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center and on the trails.
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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. Without treatment, most will die within the year.
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Carson Ridge Evergreens
Placerville
Carson Ridge Evergreens is a dog-friendly attraction in Placerville in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreDenver Dan’s Apple Patch
Camino
Denver Dan's Apple Patch is a dog-friendly attraction in Camino in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreHarris Tree Farm
Pollock Pines
Harris Tree Farm, located in Pollock Pines, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination in Gold Country.
Read moreIndian Rock Tree Farm
Camino
In the picturesque town of Camino, Indian Rock Tree Farm is more than just a Christmas tree farm - it's a beloved holiday destination for families, including those with furry, four-legged members.
Read moreIron Mountain SNO-Park
Kyburz
Iron Mountain SNO-Park, situated in Kyburz, El Dorado County, along the Eastern Sierra, offers a range of winter activities for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreLarsen Apple Barn
Camino
Founded by the Larsen family in the 1860's, this is the longest family-owned Apple Hill™ farm. You’ll find over 20 varieties of apples picked right here on the ranch.
Read moreLevi’s Tree Farm
Camino
Levi's Tree Farm, located in Camino, El Dorado County, is a serene destination in Gold Country where visitors can enjoy a delightful tree-shopping experience.
Read moreMarshall Gold Discovery
Coloma
The world stampeded to California Gold Country soon after James W. Marshall found shining flecks of gold in the tailrace of the sawmill he was building for himself and John Sutter on the American River near what is now Coloma.
Read moreNorth Star Tree Farm
Placerville
North Star Tree Farm in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a festive experience.
Read moreOmo Ranch Tree Farm
Somerset
Omo Ranch Tree Farm is a dog-friendly attraction in Somerset in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreRainbow Orchards
Camino
Rainbow Orchards, a 3rd generation family farm in Camino, El Dorado County, is a beloved destination in Gold Country.
Read moreSecret Ravine Farm
Camino
Secret Ravine Farm is a dog-friendly attraction in Camino in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreSierra Magnifica Christmas
Placerville
Sierra Magnifica Christmas is a dog-friendly attraction in Placerville in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreSilver Lake East
El Dorado
Silver Lake East is located just 50 miles east of Jackson, California, just a short distance from the shores of Silver lake, where activities like boating, fishing, swimming and hiking, provide campers with the perfect outdoors retreat. Numerous trails leaving the campground connect with the
Read moreSmart’s Christmas Tree Farm
Camino
Smart's Christmas Tree Farm is a dog-friendly attraction in Camino in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreStumpy Meadow Reservoir
Georgetown
Stumpy Meadows, located in Georgetown, El Dorado County, is a serene destination for outdoor enthusiasts and campers alike.
Read moreSundance Tree Farm
Placerville
Sundance Tree Farm is a dog-friendly attraction in Placerville in California’s Gold Country.
Read moreTaylor Tallac Historic Site
South Lake Tahoe
Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds, paths and along most of the waterfront of the Tallac Historic Site, once the summer playground of three elite San Francisco families who built estates here in the late 1800s.
Read moreThe Hangtown Kid Apple Ranch
Camino
The Hangtown Kid Apple Ranch in Camino, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for those seeking a dog-friendly agricultural experience in Gold Country.
Read moreTwin Pines Christmas Tree Farm
Georgetown
Twin Pines Christmas Tree Farm is a dog-friendly attraction in Georgetown in California’s Southern California.
Read moreWillow Pond Organic Farm
Placerville
Willow Pond Organic Farm is a 38-acre organic vegetable farm and apple orchard located in the Apple Hill area, just two miles from downtown Placerville in El Dorado County's Gold Country.
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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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4 high-elevation dog-friendly hikes for late wildflower season
California's high country blooms a full month or two after the valleys. Four dog-friendly hikes where wildflowers are still climbing into June and July: Carson Pass, Panther Meadows on Mount Shasta, the June Lake Loop, and the country around Lassen.
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Dog-friendly breweries in California: your spring patio season guide
Spring patio season is here, and California has more than 350 dog-friendly breweries across the state. From Lagunitas in Petaluma to Firestone Walker in Paso Robles and Cool Beerwerks in Gold Country, here is where to start your paws-and-pints tour.
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra offer some of the most breathtaking scenery in California, and the good news is that much of it is accessible to visitors of all mobility levels — along with their dogs. We’ve compiled a…
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