Tails from Tahoe: the Tunnel Creek Cafe

By: DogTrekker Staff
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.
Dogs at Tunnel Creek Cafe
Photo by Laura M.

DogTrekker Laura M. was visiting Tahoe recently with her two travel-loving dogs and her mountain biking husband. While waiting to collect him and his bike from a Tahoe trail adventure, she decided to hang out with her furry companions near the staging area at the dog-loving Tunnel Creek Café. Here’s what she had to say:

“The day before, I asked if it was ok if I wait at the cafe with my dogs. Turned out, the guests and employees had their own dogs there! They said they would LOVE for the three of us to come. The next day we got there, and after my dogs and I hiked a few miles up the hill and back (beautiful hike), we stopped for lunch and talked with the cafe employees and guests, who were all so kind and welcoming to my dogs… they even understood the one who can be kind of reactive, and made him feel secure and at home too.

Dogs at trail near Tunnel Creek Cafe
Photo by Laura M.

If you have dogs, you HAVE to stop here. Breakfast, lunch, wine and beer on tap, patio out front, and it backs right onto the trails.”

Laura, thanks for the fantastic photos and dog-friendly recommendation!

 

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