Mendocino's sweeping Pacific vistas, pygmy forests, and bluff-top trails set the scene for a dog-friendly North Coast escape. The Stanford Inn offers canoe rides with a special canine deck, plus organic treats for pups.
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Fort Bragg delivers beaches, botanical gardens, and Skunk Train railbike tours for dogs and their people. Walk Glass Beach, explore MacKerricher State Park trails, and dine on dog-friendly patios at the Noyo Harbor waterfront.
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Spring kicks off a packed calendar of dog-friendly events across California, from the Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash and SF Giants Dog Days at Oracle Park to adoption fundraisers, costume contests, and brewery tasting tours. Here are our top picks through…
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Big Bear Lake has over 100 miles of dog-friendly hiking trails through pine forests, high desert, and alpine meadows. From easy loops like Woodland Trail to the challenging climb up Cougar Crest, there's a route for every pup.
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Big Bear Lake and Monterey Bay both offer great spots for dogs to swim and paddle. Rent kayaks and paddleboards at Big Bear's marinas or hit the sandy shores near Monterey for some saltwater splashing with your pup.
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Wild Blue Dogs Camp at Lake Tahoe runs weeklong sessions packed with dog training, agility, kayaking, and beach time. The nonprofit raises funds for canine cancer treatment, making every visit count for a good cause.
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Pleasant Hill makes a fantastic Bay Area base camp for dog owners. With off-leash trails winding through Briones Regional Park's 6,250 oak-studded acres and welcoming hotels and restaurants downtown, this Contra Costa County gem has everything pups and people need.
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Napa Humane's Pawsport returns in 2024 as a month-long wine tasting event. For $60, enjoy 2-for-1 tastings at participating wineries, dog treats, retail discounts and more while supporting life-saving programs for Napa Valley companion animals.
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Butte County blends college-town culture with outstanding outdoor recreation. Base yourself in Chico for brewery patios and Bidwell Park, hike lava-formed landscapes at North Table Mountain, or head to Lake Oroville for houseboating and camping with your pup.
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The inaugural Big Bear Puptopia Festival brings stunt dog shows, an agility course, a giant ball-filled dog bowl, a K9 Lounge and a dog spa to Veteran's Park this July.
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Butte County serves up Gold Rush history, college-town energy and beautiful hiking in the southern Shasta Cascade region. Walk your dog through Bidwell Park, explore lava flows at North Table Mountain, then refuel at a dog-friendly Chico brewery patio.
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Tehama County rolls out the red carpet for dogs just 90 miles north of Sacramento. Hike forest trails along Mill Creek, stroll Sacramento River paths in Red Bluff, and taste wines at Burnsini Vineyards.
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