Dog stories
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.
Paw your way to High Camp
Palisades Tahoe iconic aerial tram offers what is perhaps the most dramatic scenic mechanized mountain...
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Pet-friendly Mendocino county
If there's one destination in Northern California that really rolls out the red carpet for...
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The far, far north in Del Norte County
Paul Bunyan's dog, Digger. Photo Credit: Verifex (CC) Just north of the Redwood National and...
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Eureka, you’ve found it!
If you’re not already hooked on Humboldt or haven’t stumbled across Big Foot by the...
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Pet friendly Santa Rosa
Welcome to Santa Rosa, where everything comes together: wine country and farm country, redwood forests and...
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The road to scenic overload
Hang tight to the steering wheel and make sure Rover is well secured when you...
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Humane society for inland Mendocino county
At its shelter in Redwood Valley, the Humane Society for Inland Mendocino County offers a...
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Mendocino county’s coastal scenery
Mendocino County’s sculpted coastline is so intoxicating you can yappily spend a week without venturing...
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Dining in Mendocino county with your dog
Charming Mendocino village and the nearby community of Little River are at the center of...
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World’s most scenic toll road
Why buy the milk when the cow is free? The Monterey Peninsula is so outrageously...
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Coasting right along
Point Pinos Lighthouse Your dog can’t come inside to watch otters cavorting and jellyfish pulsing...
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Great dane rescue of northern California
Great Dane Rescue of Northern California stands ready to act as a safety net for...
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Regional parks tightening leash?
From Point Isabel to Lake Del Valle, Black Diamond Mines to Sunol Regional Wilderness, Point...
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Lake del valle: paradise for water dogs
One of the few places you and your dog can go for a sail. And...
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Delta dawgs
The Sacramento River Delta is a watery maze worlds removed from the urban clutter of...
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Skunk stuff
Pepe Le Pew is on the prowl. Yep, February through March is skunk mating season,...
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Cabins in the woods: Tahoma Meadows and Desolation Hotel
Tahoma Meadows: a cozy retreat for pet owners One of the best-kept secrets in Lake...
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Do we hear an echo? check out echo lakes!
Pick a bluebird day and pack plenty of pep for an excursion to Echo Lakes,...
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