Food and Wine Blog
Looking for some food and wine? DogTrekker has sussed out the stories of many dog-friendly restaurants, wineries, breweries and more for you here. Whether you want to take a tour of the vineyards, sip some ciders in a cozy spot, or just enjoy a dog-friendly patio dining experience—we have it all! So whether you’re looking for something close by or somewhere new and exciting, DogTrekker’s got you covered.
Dog-friendly wineries in Mendocino county
Mendocino County's wine country welcomes dogs at tasting rooms from Frey Vineyards, America's first organic winery, to Goldeneye in Anderson Valley and historic Parducci Wine Cellars, the county's oldest winery.
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The many sides of Mendocino county
Mendocino County is one of Northern California's most dog-welcoming destinations. Pet-friendly inns provide treats and amenities, wineries like Husch let dogs inside the tasting room, and activities range from Skunk Train rides to paddling outrigger kayaks along the coast.
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Nip into napa
Winter in Napa Valley means mustard-covered vineyards, easy restaurant reservations, and hotel deals that make a midweek getaway with your dog especially appealing. From cozy Calistoga cottages to luxury retreats with private patios, the valley rolls out the welcome mat.
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Farm-to-glass delights
Sacramento's farm-to-glass wine scene includes two urban wineries with dog-friendly patios downtown and a growing cluster of boutique wineries in the nearby Clarksburg region along the Sacramento River.
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Beyond the crowds in Mendocino county
Mendocino County pairs leash-free beaches, dog-welcoming wineries, botanical gardens, and kayak outfitters with cozy lodging from the Stanford Inn to state park campgrounds. Ride the Skunk Train with your pup or paddle an estuary in a canoe built for dogs.
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A weekend for romance
Plan a romantic, dog-friendly Valentine's weekend along the California coast. Pacific Grove's Andril Fireplace Cottages, Bodega Bay's rugged shoreline, and Mendocino's Stanford Inn all offer fireplaces, ocean views, and warm welcomes for your four-legged companion.
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Have dog, will travel to Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County is a dog lover's playground. Walk the coastal path along West Cliff Drive, let your pup run off-leash at Mitchell's Cove Beach, hike through redwoods at Henry Cowell, or ride a steam train at Roaring Camp.
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Let’s go coasting: Pacifica to Carmel
Highway 1 between Pacifica and Carmel packs 122 miles of dog-friendly beaches, coastal trails, and charming towns. Walk the Devil's Slide Trail, lunch seaside in Santa Cruz, and let your pup run off-leash on Carmel Beach before exploring the village.
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Clearly clear lake
A road trip from Santa Rosa to Clear Lake makes for a great dog-friendly getaway. Stop to hike Hood Mountain, lunch on patios in Healdsburg, browse dog-welcoming wine bars, and float the Russian River before heading north to Lake County.
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Take a walk on the wine side
Mendocino County's Anderson Valley wine region along Highway 128 is full of dog-friendly tasting rooms. Navarro, Toulouse, Husch, and Foursight Wines all welcome four-legged visitors, and nearby restaurants and inns make it easy to stay the weekend.
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Mendocino’s inland empire
Mendocino County's inland treasures include the Anderson Valley wine road with dog-friendly tasting rooms, the drive-through Chandelier Tree in Leggett and farm-to-table dining in Boonville. Wine, redwoods and warm welcomes abound.
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From wine to bristlecone pines
A dog-friendly road trip through the High Sierra follows the Golden Chain Highway through Gold Country, crosses Yosemite via Tioga Pass and heads south on Highway 395 past Mono Lake, Mammoth Lakes and the ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest near Bishop.
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Of cottages and vines
California wine country is full of dog-welcoming retreats, from creekside cabins in Guerneville to luxury cottages at Carneros Resort with private fenced patios. Calistoga Ranch even provides a dog concierge for your pup.
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Russian River Adventures
Russian River Adventures in Healdsburg rents dog-friendly inflatable canoes for a nine-mile float down a secluded stretch of the Russian River. Pack a picnic, let your pup splash at swimming holes, and catch the shuttle back.
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Amazing Mendocino county
Mendocino County rolls out the red carpet for dogs like few other California destinations. Pet-friendly inns offer treats and amenities, wineries welcome four-legged visitors inside, and activities range from Skunk Train rides to outrigger kayaking on the coast.
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Explore the countryside
More than 200 wineries and tasting rooms sit within 75 miles of Sacramento, and many welcome dogs. From Revolution Wines in the city to Jessie's Grove in Lodi, wine country with your pup is closer than you think.
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Lots to wag about in tri-valley
The Tri-Valley communities of Pleasanton, Danville, Livermore, and Dublin are loaded with dog-friendly restaurants, pet boutiques, wine bars, and street fairs. Four adjacent valleys offer a refreshing weekend escape for San Francisco and Sacramento day-trippers with dogs.
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Dog-friendly road trip through the Sacramento River Delta
The Sacramento River Delta is a watery maze of old-time bridges, levee roads, and farm towns where time moves slowly. Drive Highway 160 with your dog, stroll through historic Locke, and sample Delta wines.
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Beer or wine, rain or shine
Oakland and the Tri-Valley region are packed with dog-friendly craft breweries and wineries. Walk the Oakland Urban Wine Trail with your pup, sample 48 brews at Beer Revolution, or tour more than 50 wineries in Livermore Valley.
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Dog-friendly paso robles wine country
Paso Robles wine country rolls out the welcome mat for dogs at dozens of wineries along the Highway 46 wine trails. Hop-on tour services and private guides make it easy to sip and explore without driving.
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Doggedly exploring Amador County
Amador County's Shenandoah Valley is buzzing with dog-friendly wineries, craft breweries and a new boutique inn. Most tasting rooms welcome four-legged guests, and historic Sutter Creek adds charm with its 62-building Main Street.
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White wine on a winter’s day
Mendocino County's wineries produce excellent whites alongside their reds, and many welcome dogs right into their tasting rooms. Family-owned spots along Highway 101 and the scenic Highway 128 Wine Trail treat your pup like part of the family.
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See more on Highway 4
Highway 4 through Calaveras and Alpine counties packs in wine tasting in Murphys, off-leash hiking on the Arnold Rim Trail, and a stunning scenic drive over Ebbetts Pass. Rent a cabin and give yourself a full week.
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The grape side of Mendocino
Mendocino wine country offers small, family-owned wineries where dogs are treated like family. From organic Saracina on Highway 101 to laid-back Yorkville Cellars and Foursight Wines in Boonville, tasting is often free and the vibe refreshingly casual.
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