Ocean day for Riggs

By: DogTrekker Staff
Riggs and person at the ocean

DogTrekker.com reader Michelle M. wrote in to tell us about her dog-friendly adventures along the Mendocino Coast:

“We went camping at Manchester Beach, CA last weekend. Though the beach is not dog friendly, through DogTrekker we were able to find dog-friendly Schooner Gulch, about 15 minutes away. We had four dogs with us and they all had a great time! The picture is my dog Riggs. It was his first time at the ocean!”

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