Minimize driving, maximize scenery

In Little River, just north of Albion, the charming Little River Inn welcomes four-legged family members as well as their uprights, offering bed, breakfast and majestic views of the sea. The outside dining area is fur-friendly, and there’s a private path to the beach. The nearby Inn at Schoolhouse Creek and Andiron Seaside Inn & Cabins are popular choices for DogTrekkers who prefer the privacy offered by individual cottages.

What to do once you’re here? Little River makes a great jumping-off point for wine-tasting along the twisty Highway 128 Wine Trail, or for walks along coastal bluffs just outside town.

Dog-friendly Van Damme State Beach is nearby and highly deserving of a visit. Just be aware that, while canines are allowed to accompany their people on the sand, they’re not allowed on trails within this gorgeous coastal preserve.