California Coastal Beaches
There's nothing like the sight and sound of California coastal beaches to perk up a dog's ears and set her tail to wagging—and California's 840 miles of coastline offer plenty of fun for pups and their people. Don't know where to go? DogTrekker.com has identified more than 200 dog-friendly beaches along the coast. Our favs, try off-leash Noyo Beach in Fort Bragg, Crissy Field in San Francisco, Mitchell's Beach in Santa Cruz or Huntington Beach Dog Beach in Surf City USA!
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To make summer memories on the California coast, book a stay at the iconic Little River Inn. This very dog-friendly jewel just south of Mendocino overlooks the majestic Pacific Ocean, and it’s a short walk from state beachfront and trails. The locally owned resort has extended a warm welcome to couples, families and four-legged companions for more than 80 years. Read more
Enjoy four-paw fun with a view at the Little River Inn
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Dog-gone good dining at the Little River Inn
After a day spent hiking the Big River Trail, swimming at nearby Van Damme State Beach, or simply lounging on your ocean-view deck, you’re bound to get hungry. Read more
Dog-friendly rooms for all kinds of families
Anchored around a charming 1853 home, the Little River Inn has stylish accommodations with dog-friendly amenities like water dishes, waste bags, welcome treats and pet towels. Read more
A prized property on the Pacific
The Little River Inn features amazing views and amenities, but the people really make this property shine. The innkeepers have deep Mendocino County roots Read more
Your dog deserves a vacation too!
The Little River Inn rolls out the red carpet for dog-lovers and their four-legged friends. They offer two fabulous packages: the Water Dog Sea Cave Package and the River Dog Package. Choose one or choose both! The Water Dog Sea Cave Package offers dog-friendly kayaking on the ocean off Van Damme state beach with sea cave tours. The River Dog Package offers a 3-hour dog-friendly, ultra-stable outrigger canoe excursion on Big River for you and your dog. Read more
Fort Bragg: Affordable and uniquely dog-friendly
Mendocino County in Northern California is a haven for dog-friendly adventures, with coastal Fort Bragg serving as an ideal hub. Enjoy affordable stays, minimal pet fees, and top amenities at Beachcomber Hotel Group's three properties.
The Beachcomber Motel, Surf & Sand Lodge, and Beach House Inn all offer dog welcome kits and play areas, with proximity to outdoor dining, Glass Beach, Noyo Headlands Coastal Trail, the pet-friendly Skunk Train, and the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Read more
Noyo Harbor Inn is inviting you this spring and summer!
Year after year, DogTrekkers tell us that the North Coast is their favorite California coastal getaway and Fort Bragg is a popular home base for enjoying spring and summer canoe routes, coastal trails, photo walks and Skunk Train rides.
Welcome to the Noyo Harbor Inn where dog-friendly rooms overlook the tree-lined Noyo River. The inn features waterfront patio dining, spa services and authentic Craftsman details dating back more than a century. For dogs, it is truly a ruff place to stay. Read more
Borrow a buddy at the Beachcomber Properties, Fort Bragg
The “Borrow a Buddy” program is a great partnership between the Beachcomber Motel, Surf & Sand Lodge and the Beach House Inn, all in Fort Bragg, and the Mendocino Coast Humane Society. Read more
Close by dog-friendly dining in Fort Bragg
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Beach House Inn
Half a mile south, on the pretty Pudding Creek Estuary, Beach House Inn places you a stone’s throw from local beaches and charming downtown Fort Bragg. Read more