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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, just 100 miles northeast of…
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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 with convenient on-site parking, making…
Big Bear Queen Lake Tour
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Queen Lake Tour is the longest-running lake tour in Big Bear Lake, offering a dog-friendly experience for visitors…
Blue Lakes
Blue Lake
Blue Lakes offer a perfect retreat for dog owners seeking a peaceful getaway. Comprising Upper and Lower Blue Lakes, this
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area
Castaic
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area is one of the largest and most spectacular state water reservoirs in California.
Clear Lake
Lakeport
Clear Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within the state. Spanning over 68 square miles, this lake offers
Clear Lake State Park
Kelseyville
Clear Lake State Park is on the shores of one of California's largest freshwater lakes. The area is popular for…
Convict Lake
Mammoth Lakes
Convict Lake is located south of Mammoth Lakes and north of Crowley Lake. This scenic area is popular for picnics, fishing, hiking,…
Del Valle Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is a 5,000-acre park set amid oak-studded hills.
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Folsom
Located at the base of the Sierra foothills, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area offers opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping,…
Hampton Inn & Suites Lodi
Lodi
The Hampton Inn and Suites Lodi offers a comfortable and convenient base in the heart of Lodi’s wine country. You’ll…
Hobo Camp Day Use Area
Susanville
Looking for a fun spot to explore with your friends, family, and dogs? Check out the Bureau of Land Management’s…
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American River Bend Park
Sacramento
American River Bend Park is one of Sacramento’s oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you…
Antonelli Pond
Santa Cruz
Please note: Natural Bridges State Beach, which is also located on Delaware Ave., (on the opposite side of the street…
Bass Lake
Bass Lake
Bass Lake, located eight miles from Oakhurst in the Sierra Nevada foothills at 3,400 feet elevation, offers a picturesque setting…
Black Butte Lake
Orland
Black Butte Lake was formed in 1963 upon the completion of Black Butte Dam. Located on Stony Creek west of…
Black Point Boat Launch
Novato
Black Point Boat Launch is a very popular two acre site in east Novato, with a newly renovated, single-lane ramp and…
Bon Tempe Lake
Fairfax
The Bon Tempe trailhead is the starting gate to many hikes surrounding Bon Tempe Lake, one of seven reservoirs operated…
Christmas Hill Park
Gilroy
Christmas Hill Park is a 57-acre community park operated by the City of Gilroy. The park provides trails for jogging,…
Cloverdale River Park
Cloverdale
Dog-friendly Cloverdale River Park runs along the west bank of the Russian River in northern Sonoma County.
Coldwater-George Trail
Mammoth Lakes
The dog-friendly Coldwater-George Trail spans approximately 3 miles and boasts a predominantly flat terrain, making it ideal for families with…
Crystal Lake Trail
Mammoth Lakes
Crystal Lake Trail is a scenic 3.2-mile out-and-back hike with stunning panoramic views of Mammoth Lakes Basin.
Don Pedro Lake
La Grange
Don Pedro Lake is a recreational gem in the Sierra Nevada foothills of the Stanislaus National Forest located near the communities of…
Donner Lake
Truckee
Donner Lake in Truckee, Nevada County, is a popular destination in the Gold Country region, offering a variety of activities…
Duck Pass Trail
Mammoth Lakes
The dog-friendly Duck Pass Trail scales the forested hillside behind Coldwater Campground and goes past Arrowhead, Skelton, and Barney lakes…
Eastman Lake
Raymond
Eastman Lake is nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills surrounded by grasslands and blue oaks. The lake was created by
Echo Park Lake
Los Angeles
Echo Park Lake in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a range of activities for visitors and their…
Fallen Leaf Lake
South Lake Tahoe
Nestled (oops!) amidst the stunning natural beauty of South Lake Tahoe, just a stone’s throw away from the bustling California…
Forestville River Access
Forestville
The trail leads to a spectacular view, perfect for swimming and enjoying the scenery. Fishing is excellent but challenging. A…
Hensley Lake
Madera
Hensley Lake, located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of Madera, Yosemite Madera County, is a serene 1,500-acre reservoir formed by…
Hudeman Slough Boat Launch
Sonoma
The Hudeman Slough boat launch is located in the Carneros region of southeastern Sonoma County and provides paddlers access to…
Hurkey Creek Park
Mountain Center
Hurkey Creek Park, situated just 4 miles southeast of Mountain Center in the San Jacinto Mountains of Riverside County, Southern…
Indian Pools
Big Creek
Indian Pools, located along Big Creek in Fresno County’s Central Valley, offers a refreshing escape for both humans and their…
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…
Kern River Canyon
Kernville
Kern River Canyon is a canyon in Kern County, California. It is located east of Bakersfield, and connects the San…
Keswick Reservoir
Redding
Keswick Dam and reservoir are features of the Central Valley Project – Shasta/Tinity River Divisions. The dam creates a 23,800-acre-foot…
Lake Almanor
Chester
Lake Almanor, located in Chester, Plumas County, within the stunning Shasta Cascade region, offers a picturesque destination for water fun…
Lake Alpine Recreation Area
Arnold
Lake Alpine is a High Sierra gem sitting in a forested bowl at 7,350 feet just below Ebbett's Pass on Highway…
Lake Berryessa
Winters
Lake Berryessa, which is managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, is a man-made lake covering nearly 20,000 acres. The Lake…
Lake Fulmor
Idyllwild
Most people who have heard of Lake Fulmor – and there aren’t many – know it for its fishing, but…
Lake George
Mammoth Lakes
At an elevation of 9,250 feet, Lake George is the highest road-accessible lake in Lakes Basin. While swimming isn't permitted…
Lake Gregory Regional Park
Crestline
Located in the community of Crestline, Lake Gregory Regional Park is a hidden gem tucked in the cool cedar and…