Central Valley
The Central Valley is both California’s breadbasket and a jumping-off point for excursions to the California Wine Country, Gold Country, the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, Yosemite Region and Lake Tahoe.
The cities of Sacramento and Vacaville are DogTrekker.com dog-passionate partners and are part of the journey as you travel from north to south through the Central Valley on Interstate 5 or California State Route 99, arriving in Bakersfield.
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Plan your perfect Sacramento daycation
For best-in-show fun, it’s hard to top California’s sunny capital city. Sacramento is a pup-culture powerhouse with trails, wineries, breweries ...
Paw-some road trips from Sacramento
Sacramento’s big backyard offers more adventures like chasing waterfalls in Placer County, tracing old mining trails near the American River, ...
Sacramento DIY tasting tours with an artsy twist
With a thriving craft beer scene and easy access to top wine producers, Sacramento is a tasting tour hotspot ...
The ulti-mutt in farm-fresh dining in Sacramento
Sacramento’s status as “America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital” comes from its proximity to more than 1.5 million acres of farmland that support ...
On the go in pup-centric Sacramento
DogTrekker readers love Sacramento’s parks and multi-use trails. The 32-mile American River Parkway might be the best known, and it’s ...
Autumn-Friendly Things to Do with Your Pets in Yosemite Mariposa County
The Yosemite Mariposa County region offers an adventure-filled autumn vacation not just for humans but for their four-legged companions as ...
4-Day Dog-Friendly Autumn Itinerary
Yosemite Mariposa County is a premier travel destination for all adventurers, no matter how many legs they have. You and ...
DogTrekker® 15th Anniversary
DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind – whether at home, while traveling, or ...
A Guide to Pet-Friendly Autumn Lodging in Yosemite Mariposa County
Traveling through Yosemite in autumn can be the experience of a lifetime; sharing the experience with your favorite furry companion ...
Capitol Corridor’s pet-friendly rail program marks successful first year
When the Capitol Corridor launched its “Pets Onboard” rail service a year ago, many Northern California commuters didn’t even know ...
48 hours of tail-wagging fun in Sacramento
Kick off your Sacramento weekend with a Saturday morning walk through the colorful gardens and wooded corners of Capitol Park ...
Hit the road for Sacramento, the ultimate dog-friendly basecamp
Sacramento’s central location and welcoming vibes make it a perfect launchpad for Northern California adventures. Stroll the city’s riverfront, wander ...