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Our DogTrekker writers know dog-friendly California like your pup knows the treat jar—intimately and enthusiastically. Whether sniffing out beaches in San Diego, dog-friendly wineries in Sonoma, hiking trails in the Sierra, or cozy mountain cabins near Big Bear Lake, we're your trusted guides for dog travel. From bustling cities to hidden wilderness gems, we fetch reliable tips, insights, and local secrets to make traveling with your four-legged friend effortless. Trust DogTrekker to lead you and your pup to tail-wagging dog travel adventures across dog-friendly California.

Briones Regional Park, Contra Costa County, California, USA.

Putting paws to paths around Concord

The East Bay Regional Parks District offers 125,000 acres of open space near Concord. Lime Ridge has 25 miles of dog-friendly trails, Briones features hilly canyons, and Mount Diablo rewards with one of the most expansive views in California.

Conquer Concord with your pup

Concord is an East Bay city with craft breweries, great hiking, and quick access to thousands of acres of open space. Stay at the dog-friendly Hilton and hit the trails at Briones or Lime Ridge.

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Fall for these dog-friendly waterfalls

Yes, we had a dry January, but the big storms in late December filled lakes and streams and created a hefty Sierra snowpack. The payoff: Waterfall season! Here are some late winter/early spring hikes with watery rewards at the end…

Santa Barbara’s waterfall surprise

The 7 Falls Trail in Los Padres National Forest outside Santa Barbara is a 3.2-mile, dog-friendly hike best tackled after a rain. Expect rock-hopping, stream crossings, and about 800 feet of elevation gain to reach the cascading reward.

Don’t pass on Pasadena with your dog

Eaton Canyon Falls near Pasadena is a free, dog-friendly hike to a 40-foot waterfall at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. The 3.5-mile round trip starts easy and flat before climbing a shaded canyon with wildflowers in early spring.

Moving water in Marin

Cataract Falls on Mount Tamalpais is the Bay Area's most popular waterfall hike, with nine cascades plunging through a mossy, fern-draped forest. The 2.6-mile out-and-back trail is strenuous but spectacular, especially after a good rain.

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Dog-friendly guide to Yosemite’s waterfall season

Late winter and early spring bring Yosemite waterfalls roaring to life. The paved, dog-friendly trail to Lower Yosemite Fall is just half a mile from the lodge, and in February you might catch the famous Horsetail Fall glowing like a…

Mammoth Lakes winter woof

Mammoth Lakes welcomes winter DogTrekkers with dozens of dog-friendly lodgings and endless open spaces. Cross-country ski from your cabin at Tamarack Lodge, snowshoe around Convict Lake, or explore miles of plowed trails through stunning Eastern Sierra scenery.

Tahoe snow play and stay: dog-friendly hotels

Lake Tahoe has dog-friendly lodging for every budget, from the Ritz-Carlton to cozy B&B cottages on the West Shore. In winter, enjoy plowed walking trails, cross-country skiing, and heated patio dining in Truckee before cozying up by a fireplace.

And SNO it goes

California's 19 Sno-Parks offer affordable plowed parking and trail access for skiing, snowshoeing and sledding with your dog. At just five dollars a day, these snow-zone playgrounds stretch from Sierra County to Mammoth Lakes, with favorites clustered around Lake Tahoe.

Winter in Yosemite, the Tenaya Lodge way

Winter officially begins on December 21, but you wouldn’t know it by the snowflakes piling up throughout the Yosemite region. This beautiful region is home to a DogTrekker favorite, Tenaya Lodge.

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Cozy winter lodging in Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite offers a cozy winter retreat for families and their dogs, with spacious rooms, Sierra forest trails, satisfying dining, and spa treatments. Fireside evenings and crisp mountain mornings make this the kind of getaway that becomes a tradition.

Tenaya Lodge for couples

After spending an active day skiing, snowboarding, exploring Badger Pass on a guided cross-country tour, or snowshoeing near Tenaya Lodge, you’ll be ready to relax at the Ascent Spa at Tenaya Lodge.

Tenaya Lodge with the dog

If you're planning to visit Yosemite Park, including Badger Pass and other areas in the park that have restrictions on dogs, you have the option of reserving a limited spot at Tenaya Lodge’s indoor dog kennel.

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Tenaya Lodge with the kids

Yosemite’s Badger Pass Ski Area is set to open this weekend, and you’ll find plenty of outdoor and indoor activities for children of all ages. Embark on downhill skiing and snowboarding adventures (or set beginners up with some lessons!), slide down the…

Cruz your way to a wine heaven

Santa Cruz County is home to more than 70 small-production wineries and tasting rooms, many of them dog-friendly. Follow the Organic Wine Trail or the Corralitos Wine Trail for a relaxed afternoon of sipping with your pup at your side.

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Hiding in plain sight: Santa Clara Valley wine trail

Gilroy sits in the heart of the Santa Clara Valley, one of California's oldest wine-growing regions with more than 35 family-owned wineries. Many welcome dogs, and a Wine Trail Pass gives you year-round tasting access with dog-friendly stops clearly marked.

Chow down with a view

Mendocino County serves up memorable dog-friendly dining with a view. Savor fresh seafood on the Harbor View Bistro's second-story deck, try award-winning vegan fare at Ravens Restaurant, or dine under a heated tent at the Little River Inn.

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