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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Napa
Napa Valley Paddle offers a unique and exciting way to experience the beauty of Napa Valley with your furry companion by your side.
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Santa Barbara
Santa Claus Beach, a local favorite along the California Coast in Carpinteria, is a hidden gem just a short drive from downtown Santa Barbara. This wide...
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Low-effort, high-tail-wag: California’s easiest dog-friendly getaways
Not every dog trip needs a summit, a sunrise alpine start or a packing list the length of your arm. Some of the best ones are almost lazy — a short drive, a flat walk, a patio with a water…
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Stanford Inn: Green, gorgeous and welcoming for 45 years
The Stanford Inn by the Sea in Mendocino celebrates 45 years of welcoming dogs with ocean-view rooms, plant-based dining, spa services and nature walks. This eco-resort treats four-legged guests like family, with treats, beds and coastal trails nearby.
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10 dog-friendly bed & breakfasts in Napa Valley
10 dog-friendly bed & breakfasts across Napa Valley, from Calistoga to Napa, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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Healdsburg with your dog: where pups own the square
Healdsburg is 67 miles north of the Golden Gate and built around a historic plaza where dogs aren't just allowed, they're expected. Here's how we spend a Sonoma wine weekend with the pup.
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California’s best dog-friendly resorts
Resorts are different from hotels. A hotel is somewhere you sleep between activities. A resort is the activity — grounds you can walk for an hour, restaurants and bars on the property, water access, real space for a dog to…
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Dog-friendly Bay Area spring getaways under 2 hours
Five spring dog-friendly escapes under two hours from San Francisco or Oakland: Half Moon Bay and Pescadero, Healdsburg and the Russian River, Calistoga and upper Napa, Bodega Bay and the Sonoma Coast, and Santa Cruz on the edge of Monterey…
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