Dog-Friendly Water Fun near High Sierra Region

Camanche Lake

Ione

Camanche Lake, a popular recreation destination with 56 miles of shoreline, sits behind Camanche Dam, built to impound and prevent catastrophic flooding of the Mokelumne River.

Donner Lake

Truckee

Donner Lake in Truckee, Nevada County, is a popular destination in the Gold Country region, offering a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.

Donner Lake Watersports offers dog-friendly kayaks and canoes for rent in Truckee, Nevada County. Visitors can enjoy exploring the stunning waters of Donner Lake with their furry companions by the hour, half-day, or full day.

Lake McClure

Mariposa

Lake McClure, located in Mariposa County in Gold Country, is a haven for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Plasse’s Resort

Pioneer

Plasse's is a summer resort in the old-fashioned sense: Founded in 1853, it's one of the oldest private campgrounds in the nation.

Rollins Lake

Truckee

Escape to the country at Rollins Lake, just off I-80, 2 miles from Colfax. This picturesque destination in the Gold Country of the Western Sierra near Grass Valley offers a variety of activities for you and your furry companion to enjoy.

Virginia Lakes Resort

Bridgeport

At 9,770 feet in elevation, this summertime resort is one of the highest in the state. Elevation on some nearby hiking trails exceeds 11,000 feet, so careful acclimation is necessary before taking off into the high country.