Other water fun
Keeling County Park
Nice
eeling County Park, located in the town of Nice, sits on the shore of Clear Lake. This 1.5-acre park features a boat launch, picnic area, playground, restrooms and docks.
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Lake County dog-friendly restaurants
Lake County's dog-friendly restaurant patios serve everything from cult-following barbecue at Danny's Roadside Kitchen to healthy bowls at Wholly Bowl in Lakeport. Enjoy lakeshore views, casual American fare, and European bistro breakfasts with your pup.
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Skip the beach: 4 dog-friendly lake getaways
California's lakes are filling up from winter rains and the foothills are electric green. If you and your dog want warm spring weather without sandy crowds, head inland. Four dog-friendly lake getaways — Folsom, Clear Lake, Shasta, and Bass Lake…
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Spring splash: where your water dog wants to be
California is warming up and your water dog knows it. From the crystal-clear pools of the South Yuba River to calm Lake Natoma, here are the best spring splash spots to hit before the crowds arrive.
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DogTrekker® 15th anniversary
DogTrekker.com celebrates 15 years of helping California dog lovers travel together, supporting animal welfare groups and inspiring millions of readers since launching in June 2011. DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind --…
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Dog lover’s guide to California’s state parks and lakes
California's state parks offer lakeside romps and woodland strolls for leashed dogs. From splashing at Lake Tahoe and Folsom Lake to camping at Lake Oroville, here's your guide to trail etiquette, rules and the best pup-approved park adventures.
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High Sierra escapes from Sacramento
From Sacramento, you can reach Lake Tahoe's alpine beaches and mountain parks in about two hours. Let pups splash at Kiva Beach, hike Van Sickle Bi-State Park, paddle Echo Lakes or grab a post-hike pint at FiftyFifty Brewing in Truckee.
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