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Paws-itively perfect resort packages

Little River Inn's Water Dog Package bundles a two-night stay with your choice of dog-friendly sea cave kayaking or a Big River canoe trip, plus a dinner voucher and pet goodie bag. Available May through September on the Mendocino coast.

Here’s the dish on dog-friendly dining

Little River Inn's new heated dining cabanas let dogs join their people for seasonal meals featuring fresh local seafood, foraged mushrooms and farm produce. Most cabanas seat four people and two dogs, with ordering by QR code and tableside delivery.

Best-in-show rooms with a view

Little River Inn's pet-friendly rooms range from garden retreats to ocean-view suites with gas fireplaces and private patios. Dogs receive treats, bowls, towels and furniture covers at check-in, and well-behaved pups can even ride along on the golf course.

A seaside paradise for pups and people

Little River Inn sits between Mendocino's redwoods and the Pacific coast, with a footpath to Van Damme State Beach and easy access to Big River Trail. This 225-acre, family-owned property has welcomed dogs and their people for over 80 years.

DogTrekker’s official spring/summer event guide is live!

DogTrekker's spring and summer 2025 event guide highlights pup-friendly fundraisers across California. From Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk to the Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash and Woofstock Chico, your participation supports rescue efforts that change animal lives.

Tasty treats for hungry travelers

Mendocino County's dining scene welcomes dogs with open arms. The Little River Inn is debuting cozy Pup Cabanas, James Beard-nominee Scott Baird runs a beloved burger stand in Philo, and the Stanford Inn serves plant-based meals at pup-friendly lobby tables.

Paws-itively welcoming hotel properties

Mendocino County's coastal hotels go above and beyond for dogs. From Rendezvous Mendocino's peaceful B&B setting to the Stanford Inn's dog-friendly canoe rentals and the Little River Inn's fireside cottages, these properties make four-legged guests feel right at home.

Making tracks in Coastal Mendocino

Mendocino County draws dog lovers with old-growth redwoods, dramatic coastline and genuinely pet-passionate lodging. Hike the Big River Trail, walk the Noyo Headlands Coastal Trail in Fort Bragg, then check into the Little River Inn.

Three amazing dog-friendly road trips in California

Three dog-friendly California road trips worth taking: Yosemite to Mammoth Lakes through the Eastern Sierra, Jenner to Leggett along the coast, and Redding to Mount Shasta through volcanic country. Each route features pet-friendly stops and stunning scenery.

Top Mendocino picks for waves and wine

Mendocino County pairs stunning Pacific coastline with dog-friendly adventures like kayaking, Skunk Train rides through redwoods, botanical garden strolls, and winery visits. The Little River Inn makes an ideal pup-welcoming basecamp.

Day 3: Hiking, history and waterfront hotels

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.