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Plan a great Gilroy getaway with your dog

By: DogTrekker Staff
A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

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Follow your nose (as well as your dog’s) to the Garlic Capital of the World! Gilroy California is a great place for a getaway with your four-legged friend. You’ll find plenty of dog-friendly places to stay, including hotels and RV parks, with room to run around and relax. Gilroy also has many dog-friendly restaurants and wineries that welcome pets in outdoor areas. And there are numerous hiking trails and parks for you to explore together.

Here are some of our favorite places to play, stay and dine in Gilroy:

 

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