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A-glamping we will go

A-glamping we will go

Glamping with your dog in California ranges from Airstream villages near Joshua Tree to yurts at Mount Madonna County Park. Whether you prefer platform tents or retro trailers, camping has never been more comfortable for pups and people.

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On the road to Yosemite

On the road to Yosemite

The Yosemite Region spans four gateway counties, each with its own dog-friendly highlights. From Merced River hikes in Mariposa County to Gold Rush history in Tuolumne County, the journey can be as rewarding as the destination.

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Clearly Clear Lake

Clearly Clear Lake

A road trip from Santa Rosa to Clear Lake makes for a great dog-friendly getaway. Stop to hike Hood Mountain, lunch on patios in Healdsburg, browse dog-welcoming wine bars, and float the Russian River before heading north to Lake County.

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The Gold Country’s golden chain highway

The Gold Country’s golden chain highway

Highway 49 links 330 miles of Gold Rush history, dog-friendly trails, and small-town charm. Base yourself in Oakhurst or Sonora for steam-train rides, state park explorations, living-history weekends at Columbia, and scenic Sierra detours along the way.

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Lake Tahoe’s South Shore and more

Lake Tahoe’s South Shore and more

South Lake Tahoe vacation rentals offer space and flexibility for dog-friendly getaways. Tahoe Keys Resort provides private marina access, while properties ranging from cozy cabins to mansions sleeping 22 put you close to the lake and miles of hiking trails.

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Dog-friendly San Simeon Cove

Dog-friendly San Simeon Cove

San Simeon Cove offers off-leash beach time just steps from Hearst Memorial State Beach. Hunt for sea glass and jade, watch otters and pelicans, hike the bluff-top trail, then head to Cambria for patio dining.

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Pet-passionate Stanford Inn

Pet-passionate Stanford Inn

The Stanford Inn By the Sea in Mendocino has welcomed pets for decades, greeting dogs with treats and food bowls. Next door, Catch-A-Canoe rents outrigger canoes where up to four dogs can ride while you paddle Big River.

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Over hill and dale in El Dorado County

Over hill and dale in El Dorado County

El Dorado County's Apple Hill region is more than orchards and pie. Seven dog-friendly wineries and a brewery line the Wine Trail, with tasting rooms that welcome pups and shaded picnic areas overlooking the rolling hills near the American River…

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Cruising with Cosmo in Santa Cruz County

Cruising with Cosmo in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County's 29 miles of coastline offer beaches, off-leash dog parks with ocean views, and dog-friendly restaurants for a coastal getaway. Mitchell's Cove provides leash-free sand time, while Seacliff State Beach features a quirky concrete freighter from 1910.

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SLO down already

SLO down already

San Luis Obispo County's Central Coast is mellow for dogs and humans alike. Off-leash fun awaits at Olde Port Beach near Avila, while leashed pups can enjoy Pismo State Beach, Cayucos State Beach, and the secluded shores near Morro Rock.

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Make a splash in Marin

Make a splash in Marin

Marin County is loaded with dog-friendly beaches, from off-leash Muir Beach to the magical shores of Point Reyes National Seashore. Kehoe Beach, Limantour Beach, Dillon Beach, and Rodeo Beach each offer stunning scenery and room for your pup to romp.

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Dog-friendly hide-aways in Mendocino

Dog-friendly hide-aways in Mendocino

Mendocino County offers secluded, dog-friendly getaways from blufftop cottages at Serenisea to the architecturally stunning retreats of Sheep Dung Properties in Anderson Valley. Fenced grounds and nearby wineries make these spots ideal for a quiet escape.

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