California Coast
There’s nothing like the sight and sound of California coastal beaches to perk up a dog’s ears and set her tail to wagging—and California’s 840 miles of coastline offer plenty of fun for pups and their people. Don’t know where to go? DogTrekker.com has identified more than 200 dog-friendly beaches along the coast. Our favs, try off-leash Noyo Beach in Fort Bragg, Crissy Field in San Francisco, Mitchell’s Beach in Santa Cruz or Huntington Beach Dog Beach in Surf City USA!
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Stories About California Coastal Beaches
California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns
From Mendocino to Oceanside, these seaside communities roll out water bowls, patios and walkable streets for four-legged travelers. The bell ...
Noyo Harbor Inn in Fort Bragg has two compelling offers
Noyo Harbor Inn in Fort Bragg has two Winter 2025-2026 compelling offers ...
The Beachcomber Properties
Buy-One-Get-One (BOGO) winter promotion at all three properties: Beachcomber Motel, Beach House Inn and Surf & Sand Lodge ...
Stanford Inn Resort & Farm
Dynamic pricing always provides substantial seasonal savings. Also, enjoy the DogTrekker Special, available in early 2026 at the Stanford Inn ...
This season, we share gratitude (and getaways for you!)
Team DogTrekker has lots to be thankful for. This year, loyal readers like you supported the work of California shelter ...
Little River Inn (choose from three exciting deals)
Little River Inn (choose from three exciting winter 2025 deals) ...
Stanford Inn: Green, gorgeous and welcoming for 45 years
Magical Mendocino County turns up the charm each fall, when shifting light and kaleidoscopic colors grace the coastline. Now celebrating ...
Mindful hospitality with a pet-centric pedigree
In an era where screens, QR codes and contactless check-ins are increasingly common, the Stanford Inn team practices more mindful ...
Paws-itively impressive green practices
In August 2025, the Stanford Inn was named one of the country’s top 10 eco-friendly hotels in the USA Today ...
DogTrekker® 15th Anniversary
DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind – whether at home, while traveling, or ...
Make Noyo Harbor Inn your ulti-mutt fall getaway
In the weeks ahead, the golden days of fall will slowly replace peak summer sunshine. Catch the transition on California’s ...
Win a Mendocino County coastal DogCation®
The DogCation® is the most widely anticipated and engaging promotion in the history of DogTrekker. We celebrate fall in Mendocino ...