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Lake Tahoe Summer Fun

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Lake Tahoe in summer gives you a gift: long daylight, cool nights, and enough shoreline and trail to keep a dog happy for a week. The trick is knowing where dogs are truly welcome, where the beaches won’t feel like a crowded city park, and where you can eat and sleep without apologizing for traveling … Read more.

Make Noyo Harbor Inn your ulti-mutt fall getaway

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.
Photo by Noyo Harbor Inn.

In the weeks ahead, the golden days of fall will slowly replace peak summer sunshine. Catch the transition on California’s spectacular North Coast. From Noyo Harbor Inn, just south of downtown Fort Bragg, guests can step out the door and experience this magical season with four-legged family members by their side. The property offers riverfront dining, spa services and dog-friendly accommodations, and it’s close to parks, attractions and restaurants that welcome pups. 

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Dog-friendly summer fun in GOCAL

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Summer is in full swing, and if you’re like most dog lovers, you’re probably looking for ways to enjoy the sunshine with your furry best friend. Luckily, GOCAL is packed with fun, dog-friendly things to do all season long. From parks with plenty of space to roam, to pet-welcoming patios and trails, this destination is a place where dogs are more than welcome. 

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Attention all water dogs: It’s splash season

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.
2024 DogTrekker Go California Photo Contest entry. Photo by Julie W. 

Summer is in full swing, which means it's time to hit the water. During California's sun-drenched splash season, water dogs and families seek out seaside coves, freshwater lakes, secluded swimming holes and idyllic rivers across the state. You'll find unforgettable activities – plus open-air patios and pup-tastic hotels perfect for recharging. Customize your own splash season itinerary with these DogTrekker-tested favorites. 

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