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A dog’s guide to autumn: 5 fall day trips in Northern California

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Golden retriever walking on a scenic autumn trail among colorful fall foliage and trees, capturing the beautiful outdoor adventure with your dog.
Cooler days, colorful leaves and tail-wagging road trips Autumn in Northern California is made for dogs. The air cools down, crowds thin out and oak woodlands, vineyards and main streets trade summer green for gold, amber and bright red. For dogs, that means more time outside without hot pavement and blazing heat. For people, it’s … Read More

Secret mountain hikes with dogs in California

1. A dog walking along a mountain trail surrounded by colorful wildflowers with scenic mountain views during daytime.
2. Dog trekking through vibrant wildflower-covered mountain trail with breathtaking scenic views in the background.
Dawn in the Sierra Nevada is a quiet, pink-tinted secret. My dog, Scout, knows it before I do. She thumps her tail against the tent wall, nose wedged into my sleeping bag, reminding me why we slept at the edge of a dirt road: somewhere uphill, there’s a little-used trail that will belong to us … Read More

Best Southern California doggie swim spots

1. Adorable white puppy in a river with lush greenery, enjoying a fun outdoor dog adventure, perfect for dogtrekker outdoor activities and pet-friendly travel.
2. Cute white puppy wading in a river during an outdoor adventure, showcasing fun and safe pet travel experiences for dog lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
From surf-ready shore break to calm lakes, Southern California is packed with places where dogs can cool off. Here are some of the best “doggie swim” spots, plus what to know before you go. Huntington Dog Beach, Huntington Beach If you picture dogs surfing, you’re probably picturing Huntington Dog Beach. This stretch of sand between … Read More

The Beachcomber Properties

Oceanside outdoor decks at the Beachcomber Motel. Photo by the Beachcomber Hotel Group.
Oceanside outdoor decks at the Beachcomber Motel. Photo by the Beachcomber Hotel Group.

Buy-One-Get-One (BOGO) winter promotion at all three properties: Beachcomber Motel, Beach House Inn and Surf & Sand Lodge.

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The best ultra dog-friendly hotels in Southern California

Golden retriever enjoying a walk in sunny weather with a historic building in the background, perfect for dog lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Photo by Coronado Visitor Center.
Traveling with a dog in Southern California isn’t just possible—it’s easy, fun and, at a growing number of hotels, downright luxurious. From beachfront resorts to mountain lodges and desert hideaways, more properties are rethinking what true pet hospitality means. Instead of simply allowing dogs, these hotels welcome them, accommodate them, and in many cases, celebrate … Read More

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