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Dillon Beach: A adventure
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When planning a trip to Dillon Beach, always double-check the latest off-leash rules. While DogTrekker provides regular updates, ensure the area still allows voice control for your dog before letting them off the leash.
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Dog-friendly delights in Dillon Beach
Dillon Beach sits between Bodega Bay and Tomales Bay with an off-leash public beach perfect for well-behaved dogs. Stay in chic tiny home cabins at Dillon Beach Resort or historic waterfront cottages at Nick's Cove.
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Water view dog-friendly cottages and tables
Nick's Cove on Tomales Bay in Marin County pairs luxury waterfront cottages with a celebrated oyster bar and restaurant. Seven of the twelve cottages welcome dogs, complete with pet beds, treats, and patio dining overlooking the bay.
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Cooper loved to travel
Cooper the Lab mix lived ten adventure-packed years as an avid DogTrekker, from winery visits at Gundlach Bundschu in Sonoma to Shirley Canyon hikes at Palisades Tahoe and beach romps at Fort Funston. His owner Niki shares how DogTrekker shaped…
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Off-leash beaches for chasing waves
California's 840-mile coastline has some wonderful off-leash beaches for dogs who love chasing waves. From Mendocino's Seaside Beach to Carmel's famous strand, Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur and Coronado Dog Beach in San Diego, here are top picks by region.
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Make a splash in Marin
Marin County is loaded with dog-friendly beaches, from off-leash Muir Beach to the magical shores of Point Reyes National Seashore. Kehoe Beach, Limantour Beach, Dillon Beach, and Rodeo Beach each offer stunning scenery and room for your pup to romp.
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Marin County: Trails, off-leash beaches, and waterfront patios
Cross the Golden Gate and the whole vibe changes. Sausalito shimmers off the water, redwoods close in around Mill Valley, and somehow five minutes from San Francisco, you’re in the kind of place where dogs are expected at the coffee…
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