Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is a perfect destination for dog lovers. With its clear blue lake, dog-friendly beaches, and dog swim areas, your furry friend will have a blast. Enjoy scenic dog trails around the lake, offering stunning views and plenty of exercise. After a day of fun, relax at one of the many dog-friendly restaurants. Finding a place to stay is easy with numerous pet-friendly accommodations. Whether you're exploring the dog-friendly lake or savoring local cuisine, Lake Tahoe ensures a memorable adventure for both you and your dog. Visit Lake Tahoe for an unforgettable experience with your four-legged companion.
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If you haven’t tried snowshoeing, what are you waiting for? You don’t have to invest in your own equipment if you’re new to the activity. Snowshoes are available for rent...
Read morePlowed dog walking trails? we’ll bark for that!
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Let’s say there’s been a recent snowstorm, your dog needs exercise and you want a place to walk without donning snowshoes or skis.
Read moreLittle jo’s Yosemite adventure
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It was one of those "Yahoo" moments that I found out the way to bring my little Jo to Yosemite. It was rewarding being in Yosemite with my fur baby overlooking...
Read moreChow down with your pup within sight of the sea
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Travel with your dog can be very rewarding, but there are always a few problems to solve—such as finding restaurants where your dog can join you beside or beneath your...
Read moreSummer’s last splash: gotta lake it!
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When Northern Californians mention “The Lake,” you know they’re talking Tahoe. September is “tweener” season at Big Blue, a time when locals breathe deep, tourism drops off and visitors in...
Read moreGet a dog-friendly lift at Mammoth or Tahoe
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Both you and your dog will enjoy the novelty of a lift-assisted hike at the Northstar California, Palisades Tahoe or Mammoth Mountain ski resorts, all of which welcome four-legged passengers in...
Read moreA Tahoe classic that rewards with a splash
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Tahoe is at its glorious best in summer, and the hike up Shirley Canyon to the High Camp recreation complex at 8,200 feet is a classic.
Read moreStroller-friendly hikes for wheels, feet and paws
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There are thousands of places to hike with kids and dogs in California, but if you’re new to an area,
Read moreOff we go, into the wild blue yonder
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If you like camping and wouldn’t think about taking off for the wild blue yonder without your four-legged companions, consider giving your team an entire, activity-packed week together in the...
Read moreTips and tricks for reserving a dog-friendly campsite
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So you want to go camping this summer but it’s May already, and California’s coastal campgrounds, as well as those at Lake Tahoe, have been fully booked months in advance....
Read moreBark early to reserve these primo camping spots
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OK, let’s face it: the early bird gets the worm—or in some cases, the campsite. Mark your calendar six months in advance and either go
Read moreDog-friendly waterfall hikes in our national parks
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We can’t gush enough about the dog-friendly waterfall hikes and photo opportunities waiting for you
Read moreIt’s a wonderful life for Bella
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Just in time for the holidays, we received this heartfelt account from DogTrekker.com reader Alison P.: On October 4 I opened your email newsletter, Treat Your Dog to Autumn Adventure...
Read moreFinding gold in El Dorado County
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Talk about diverse: El Dorado County stretches from the city of Folsom, at the beginning of the Sierra Nevada foothills, all the way up to Lake Tahoe and the High...
Read moreFourth stop: Tuckee to Mammoth Lakes
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You have a couple of options here, but the most direct route sends you back to Lake Tahoe and around the North Shore via Highway 267 to its intersection with...
Read moreSecond stop: Highway 50, Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe
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Of the two primary ways to get to Lake Tahoe from Sacramento (Interstate 80 or Highway 50), 50 is by far the more scenic.
Read moreThird stop: South Lake Tahoe to Truckee
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Highway 89 along Tahoe’s West Shore is a treat for the senses on many levels. It takes about an hour in non-traffic conditions to drive straight through, but why would...
Read moreMake tracks to Tahoe
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For on-water fun, try renting a large cockpit kayak from Tahoe City Kayak and taking a paddle with your pup along the North Shore.
Read moreCrystal blue persuasion
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You’ve probably seen, en-route to Lake Tahoe on Highway 50, the left-turn lane directing traffic onto Ice House Road leading into the Crystal Basin Recreation Area. Take time to explore...
Read moreCuddle up at Lake Tahoe
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You know that Lake Tahoe is a great spot to play in the snow, not just for skiers and boarders, but for any brand of DogTrekker who enjoys navigating in...
Read moreGet some snowshine at Lake Tahoe
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Northern California’s favorite mountain playground offers a lifetime’s worth of opportunities to play in the snow with your pup. Start with a snowshoe trek at a SNO-PARK pullout or, in...
Read moreMammoth opportunities
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Three hours south of Tahoe and five hours northeast from Los Angeles, Mammoth Lakes beckons not just downhill skiers, but DogTrekkers vacationing with their best four-legged friends.
Read moreHere’s where to SNO-Park
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Wondering where to go to the snow with Rover? Start with a look at the DogTrekker SNO-PARKS page and map
Read moreThe National Forest/BLM advantage
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State parks and national parks are notoriously unaccommodating when it comes to dogs. With few exceptions, four-paw visitors aren’t allowed outside developed campgrounds or off of paved roads and paths....
Read moreDoggin’ it on the Pacific Crest Trail
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You don’t have to be a lean and hardy thru-hiker to enjoy sections of the famous Pacific Crest Trail stretching 2,560 miles from Mexico to Canada. It travels through some...
Read moreParadise for water dogs
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DogTrekker.com reader Jan N. alerted us to a secluded public dog-friendly beach that she and her dog Angel discovered on the way home from a camping trip to Lake Tahoe.
Read moreAh, September: Tahoe without the crowds
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After Labor Day, tourist crowds vanish from Lake Tahoe and locals take a breather. DogTrekking visitors can take a deep breath, too, with easy-to-get reservations at pet-friendly properties.
Read moreGet your Buttes in gear
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The Lakes Basin Recreation Area straddles Plumas and Sierra counties about 70 miles north of Lake Tahoe. It's truly a land of lakes, with more than four dozen pools
Read moreDogs ride and hike free at Palisades Tahoe
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Lake Tahoe is at its glorious best in summer, but you have to be a very early riser to get a parking spot at a dog-friendly beach on weekends. Our...
Read moreGo with the rivers’ flow
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Your dog may not be able to paddle her own canoe, but you’ll have a blast paddling for her with an assist from an outfitter who knows how to help...
Read moreMore wet ways to play
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Stand-Up Paddleboarding, SUP for short, is an emerging sport with Hawaiian heritage that’s caught on big all up and down California. The newest craze: teaching dogs to hitch a ride....
Read moreTahoe under paws: Lake Tahoe dog beaches
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Lake Tahoe —aka “Big Blue—is Northern California’s favorite summer playground, but to enjoy it to the fullest with your B4LF (best four-legged friend), you’ll need to do your homework before...
Read moreDogTrekker applause!
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Photo Credit: Melanie B. Melanie B. wrote in to let us know that she discovered dog-friendly Chimney Beach while on a trip to Tahoe thanks to DogTrekker. She and her...
Read moreSwooning for wildflowers
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One of the most prolific wildflower shows in California blooms in early July at Carson Pass on Highway 88, about a half-hour south of Lake Tahoe. We’re talking head-high stands...
Read moreReserving your spot in the fun
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If you have your sights set on one of California’s uber-popular (and dog-friendly) coastal, national park or Lake Tahoe campgrounds, it’s probably too late to snag weekend dates for your...
Read moreBeach bliss at South Lake Tahoe
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Looking to spend some quality beach time with your four-legged pal at Lake Tahoe's South Shore? We've scouted out the spots where Sparky is welcome to romp in the sand and...
Read moreGet off the beaten track
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Sure, Tahoe is great in winter—but so are the Lost Sierra and Mammoth Lakes regions, which take longer to reach but reward with plenty of cold-weather fun.
Read moreThree dog-friendly options in South Shore
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Maybe you knew about these dog-friendly South Shore options—or maybe not. All are worth checking out next time you visit with your four-legged friend.
Read moreStrap on the snowshoes: Dog-friendly snowshoeing in Tahoe
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Anywhere there’s snow, you can snowshoe. Pick a bluebird day and pack plenty of pep for an excursion to Echo Lakes, the southern gateway to Desolation Wilderness
Read moreThe adventures of Alvin & Theodore
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Alvin and Theodore at the Bay Area Pet Expo Brian and Tabitha stopped by the DogTrekker booth at the 2016 Bay Area Pet Expo to say hi and introduce us...
Read moreDreyfus discovers Tahoe
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Hope and Dreyfus at Emerald Bay Hope S. and her dog Dreyfus take a mini vacation to Lake Tahoe and write in to tell us all about their dog-friendly adventures.
Read moreLast chance for high-country hikes with your dog
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This in-between time of year, when snowfall in the mountains is still light or nonexistent, is a great time for one last hike in the high country with your four-legged...
Read moreDiscover the ‘lost Sierra’
![Two cyclists navigate a dirt trail in the Lost Sierra, a rugged landscape filled with dense forest and towering mountains. Their path winds through greenery and clusters of pine trees, while a mountain range looms in the distance. One cyclist, equipped with a helmet and backpack, appears prepared to explore further trails.](https://dogtrekker.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lost-Sierra-Outdoor-Events-1536x1025-1-e1724438879835-300x168.jpg)
Photo Credit: J (CC) This scenic region an hour north of Lake Tahoe in Plumas County has been making family vacation memories for generations, but it’s just now appearing on...
Read moreTahoe time
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Dying to get out on “Big Blue” with your pup? Tahoe Keys Boat Rentals and its affiliate locations will fix you up with a dog-friendly boat (and a “boat butler”...
Read moreSup with your pup
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Stand-Up Paddle-boarding has caught on big-time with canine passengers as well as the people who do the paddling. Most dogs love to ride along, although it can take some coaxing...
Read moreTails from Tahoe: the Tunnel Creek Cafe
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DogTrekker Laura M. was visiting Tahoe recently with her two travel-loving dogs and her mountain biking husband.
Read moreGet a dog-friendly lift in Lake Tahoe
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As anyone coming up to Lake Tahoe from sea level knows, that first day of hiking above 6,500 feet is a pant-inducing endeavor.
Read moreReserving a camping spot for Spot
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So, a friend told you about a great place to camp with your dog. But how do you make reservations? Here are some places to start: Reserve America handles reservations...
Read moreFive woofy waterfront campgrounds
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Dogs like being around water as much as people do, whether or not they’re required to be leashed. A few of our favorite places to camp and splash, from north...
Read moreTop spots for soaking up mountain majesty
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Rise above the summer heat at these high-elevation campgrounds.
Read moreKayla Puttin’ on the Ritz
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Kayla, DogTrekker.com's Director of Barketing, Chief Operating Dog and Research Lab, visited the Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe last week and really did put on the Ritz. Despite it being late...
Read moreWays to snag prime reservations
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Whether your heart is set on camping at Big Sur in July or spending a June week at dog-friendly Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite, snagging a reservation, especially for a high-season...
Read moreReserve summer campsites now
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You snooze, you lose when it comes to securing summertime campground reservations on the California coast or at popular vacation spots like Lake Tahoe.
Read moreWinter wanderings in Lake Tahoe
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Whether there’s lots of snow or not a flake at lake level, your pup will appreciate a winter break at Northern California’s favorite playground as much as you will.
Read moreTails in Tahoe
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Most hikes around Lake Tahoe—and there are hundreds—can be enjoyed with your best friend. But if your goal is to bask in fall color
Read moreDog-friendly Lake Tahoe beaches
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Summer is in full swing and Lake Tahoe is one of the top DogTrekker destinations. So we want to share some of the places to take your dog for a dip...
Read moreReserving a camp spot for Spot
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So, a friend told you about a great place to camp with your dog. But how do you make reservations? Here are three places to start. Plus some tips to...
Read moreOn the way to Yosemite: East entrance
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Cody, Tioga Pass. Photo: Patti Thompson Why hurry to Yosemite National Park when the journey can be as rewarding as the destination? The extremely dog-friendly Yosemite Region encompasses four gateway counties,...
Read moreClose encounters in Nevada County
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Baxter and Montana in Nevada County. Photo: Bob White (CC) Truckee, Grass Valley, Nevada City…. some of Northern California’s favorite dog-friendly vacation destinations are situated along the Highway 49 and...
Read moreWandering El Dorado County
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Gus at Echo Lake. Photo: Kat Stan (CC) El Dorado County is one of the state’s most diverse when it comes to beguiling attractions. From dog-friendly wineries and hip historic...
Read moreOn the road to Yosemite
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Why hurry to Yosemite National Park when the journey can be as rewarding as the destination? The Yosemite Region encompasses four gateway counties, each with its own unique set of...
Read moreDogtrekker’s best river adventures
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Among our favorite go-to spots is the languidly flowing stretch of the Russian River around Healdsburg. Russian River Adventures rents dog-friendly inflatable canoes for full-day trips where you can enjoy...
Read moreMake a splash at North Lake Tahoe
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Time to take your dog swimming at Lake Tahoe's North Shore! Four-pawed visitors aren't welcome everywhere, but the DogTrekker crew has scouted some of the best dog-friendly beaches along the shores...
Read moreDogs love Tahoe
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As DogTrekker.com readers already know, Lake Tahoe is a paradise for dogs. They also tell us that Tahoe Keys Resort is the most dog-friendly place to stay.
Read morePrettiest dog-friendly place in Lake Tahoe
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Debbie J., our latest Paw Tester wrote in to tell us about, The Pine Cone Resort at Lake Tahoe, 'the most fun place' she has ever stayed with her dogs,...
Read moreLake Tahoe’s South Shore and more
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Summer is prime time at South Lake Tahoe, for hotel stays and vacation rentals alike. A vacation rental can be your ticket to dog-friendly togetherness and flexibility; plus the lake...
Read moreCozy canines in Cayucos
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Strolling the beach at Cayucos If miles of dog-friendly beaches, delicious local cuisine and comfortable accommodations sound like your idea of fun, look no farther than the quaint little town...
Read moreA place to let Lucy loose on the Pacific Crest Trail
![A dirt path winds uphill through a grassy meadow dotted with wildflowers. Tall evergreen trees stand on both sides of the trail. A sign on the left reads "Pacific Crest Trail - National Scenic Trail." The sky is partly cloudy, ideal for a hike with Lucy.](https://dogtrekker.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Pacific-Crest-Trail-marker-scaled-e1724445799290-300x168.jpeg)
Mokie headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail Photo: Dennis Price And DogTrekker just got our paws on some great insider information from one of the El Dorado Forest Rangers about...
Read moreRiverside romps
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If you and your pup prefer paved trails to dirt ones, seek out the Truckee River Legacy Trail next time you head up to Lake Tahoe.Truckee River. Photo: Karen (CC)...
Read moreWhen it snows
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Yes, it will snow again — and when it does, you and your best friend will find groomed cross-country trails as well as limitless tracts of public lands to glide...
Read moreRomantic retreats worth woofing about
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It's February, and Cupid is calling. Time to sniff out an alpine love nest, just for the three of you. Don’t worry about the weather, as romantic splurges are as...
Read moreCamp Layman, a doggie delight in the High Sierra
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Camp Layman is Gracie's Favorite Place On Earth Gracie and her family have been coming to this cozy cabin at Camp Layman every year since her rescue in 2004. She...
Read morePacified in Pacifica
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Sprawled along the six miles of coastline just over the hills from San Francisco International Airport, the once working-class community of Pacifica has morphed into a haven for well heeled...
Read moreOver hill and dale in El Dorado County
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Dog at Kids Inc. - Photo Scot Schrantz El Dorado County covers a lot of territory on either side of the Highway 50 corridor leading up to Lake Tahoe, and...
Read moreTahoe time
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If crowds get you down, visit Lake Tahoe in September or October. You won’t quite have the place to yourselves, but relative to summer holiday weekends,
Read moreReserving a spot for you and Spot
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So, a friend told you about a great place to camp with your dog. But how do you make reservations? Here are three places to start: • Reserve America handles reservations for...
Read moreDon’t wait: Check out Highway 88
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There’s more to the Tahoe Basin than just the famous lake. Scoot south to the Highway 88/Carson Pass corridor and you’ll encounter a high, rugged world dotted with lakes and...
Read moreHighway 50 is nifty
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From Sacramento and the Bay Area, Highway 50 is the main artery leading to and from South Lake Tahoe. What many travelers don’t realize, however, is how many great recreation...
Read moreSettle into South Shore
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Where to stay is always the first consideration for DogTrekkers on overnight quests, and in South Shore there’s something for every budget, from the luxe Fireside Lodge B&B to the...
Read moreMore ways to play at Lake Tahoe
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Who says you can’t take your dog swimming at Lake Tahoe? True, there are only a few places in South Shore where you can,
Read moreTreasure in El Dorado County
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El Dorado county contains many recognizable-at-a-glance sites, most notable among them Lake Tahoe. But the Highway 50 and historic Highway 49 corridors through this scenic slice of California hold many...
Read moreRollin’ on a river with your dog
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How many times have you skipped an otherwise great activity because Spot couldn’t come along? Thanks to a handful of savvy Northern California outfitters, you don’t have to invest in...
Read moreDog-friendly day hikes
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The scenery is what it’s all about at Lake Tahoe, and there are so many dog-friendly North Lake Tahoe hikes that we can only mention a few favorites. If a...
Read moreDip into the blue
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Of course you can take your dog swimming in Lake Tahoe! True, dogs aren't welcome everywhere, but that's not to say that canine-friendly splash spots don't exist.
Read morePaws overnight at north Lake Tahoe
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After checking out the North Lake Tahoe scene, we at DogTrekker.com figure there are as many dog-friendly places to stay in as there are establishments that turn away canine guests.
Read moreLast call for Tahoe snowshoeing
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If you've never tried snowshoeing, what are you waiting for? And if you have? Well, like we said, what are you waiting for?
Read moreShelter in the Tahoe snow
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Tahoe in February is bound to be snowy, so pack up your dog and bring your cross-county skis, snowshoes and boots
Read moreWinter hiking in Tahoe
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Sometimes you just want to walk the dog, not make a big, equipment-heavy production of it. At Tahoe, warm boots should suffice on most winter days if you stay around...
Read moreSnuggle up with Sparky
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There’s nothing like an old-style cabin to impart a sense of place at Lake Tahoe. We have a few dog-friendly favorites, starting with Tahoma Meadows Bed & Breakfast Cottages on...
Read morePaws, poles and snowshoes
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Janet and Bo. Photo Janet Fullwood Anywhere there’s snow, you can snowshoe. Your hound, however, won’t float atop fresh powder like you do. He risks post-holing, floundering in tree wells...
Read moreFall walk with Fido
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If you’re not already packed up and headed for the hills, get moving! The first week of October is prime time for fall foliage in the upper elevations of Gold...
Read moreSniffing out scenery in Sierra County
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Even during the summer high season, Sierra County, home to fewer than 4,000 souls, is off the beaten track for most Northern California travelers. In fall, it can feel like...
Read moreDog-friendly Tahoe Keys Resort
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Lake Tahoe is a paradise for dogs, and at Tahoe Keys Resort you will find a variety of cabins, condos and homes that welcome dogs.
Read more10 ways to have fun with your dog at Lake Tahoe
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Yes, you can take your dog swimming at Lake Tahoe! True, there are only a handful of dog-friendly beaches, but for most dogs, just one a day is enough. One...
Read moreLake Tahoe dog-friendly beaches
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Yes, you can take your dog swimming at Lake Tahoe. Check out this full story for some well-known, and lesser-known spots for a swim.
Read moreAt Tahoe: The ultimate doggie meetup
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Who hasn’t gazed out at Lake Tahoe and wished there was a really good beach where dogs could run, leap, swim, dock dive and otherwise play to their hearts’ content?...
Read moreSleep green
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Northern California leads the nation in the number of hotels—more than a dozen to date certified by the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program....
Read moreShoe you can do it
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Anywhere there’s snow, you can snowshoe. Your hound, however, won’t float atop fresh powder like you do. He risks postholing, floundering in tree wells or even breaking through a snow...
Read moreKick, glide, bark
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Cross-country skiing is intensely popular in Northern California snow country, but if you prefer groomed trails at developed ski areas, your need to know where dogs are welcome and where...
Read moreCurl up in a cabin
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There’s nothing like an old-style cabin to impart a sense of place at Lake Tahoe. We have a few dog-friendly favorites, starting with Tahoma Meadows Bed & Breakfast Cottages on...
Read moreSlivers of silver
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South of Lake Tahoe, along the Highway 88/Carson Pass corridor, a string of silvery lakes tucked into a rugged mountain landscape beckon DogTrekkers who want to get into the high...
Read moreTake it to Tahoe
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Dogs won't fit in just any kayak, and expecting them to balance like acrobats on a slippery bow is unrealistic if not dangerous.
Read moreSide trips from Tahoe
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If you're heading to or from Tahoe from Sacramento and the Bay Area on Highway 50, consider a half-day outing on Echo Lake,
Read morePaws to the path around Lake Tahoe
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Most hiking trails around Lake Tahoe—and there are hundreds—can be enjoyed in the company of your dog. For a short hike with liquid rewards, pack a picnic
Read moreFloat your boat
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For water fun at Tahoe, join the animated crowds of summer vacationers who rent rafts in Tahoe City
Read moreTahoe splash spots
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It can be tricky to find a beach at Lake Tahoe where you can bring Fido, but with a little planning you'll discover plenty of dog-friendly shoreline to dip your...
Read moreCrystal blue perfection
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A body of crystal-clear water ringed by granite slabs—how Sierra perfect is that? Long Lake, in the Tahoe National Forest's Serene Lakes group off the Soda Springs exit on Interstate 80,...
Read moreHorsing around
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Who on the way up to Tahoe hasn't caught a glimpse of Horsetail Falls, the spectacular, 800-foot cataract visible from Highway 50 at Twin Bridges? The half-day trek to the...
Read morePaw your way to High Camp
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Palisades Tahoe iconic aerial tram offers what is perhaps the most dramatic scenic mechanized mountain high at Lake Tahoe. Many passengers in the dog-friendly stand-up conveyance
Read moreCabins in the woods: Tahoma meadows and desolation hotel
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Tahoma Meadows: A cozy retreat for pet owners One of the best-kept secrets in Lake Tahoe’s West Shore is Tahoma Meadows Bed & Breakfast Cottages. This charming hideaway has become...
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