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With National award winning architecture, this Mediterranean compound was once a modest rural homestead and TV repair shop.
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Little River Inn redefines dog-friendly dining
Little River Inn's tented dining cabanas let guests enjoy California-inspired meals alongside their dogs. Each heated hideaway overlooks the garden terrace, and the menu features local wines, seasonal dishes and weekend brunch favorites served directly to your table.
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Pup Palooza is back and better than ever
Little River Inn proudly hosts Pup Palooza, a lively spring celebration that supports the Mendocino Coast Humane Society. From dog painting to wine tasting to training workshops and contests, this family-friendly event delights dogs and the humans who follow. With the Inn’s special lodging deals, you can make it a full weekend on the coast.
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Pup Palooza: Cabanas and pup-friendly rooms, oh my!
Little River Inn on the Mendocino coast hosts its annual Pup Palooza celebration on April 25, 2026, with dog painting, wine tasting and contests benefiting the Mendocino Coast Humane Society.
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Forestville trail opens miles of dog-friendly adventure in Sonoma County
The West County Regional Trail starts in Forestville and stretches 5.5 paved miles through vineyards and farms to Sebastopol, following an old railway corridor. Connect to the Joe Rodota Trail for 14 miles of continuous, dog-friendly walking across Sonoma County.
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A dog’s guide to autumn: 5 fall day trips in Northern California
Autumn in Northern California means cooler trails, colorful foliage and fewer crowds. These five dog-friendly day trips cover Apple Hill orchards, Gold Rush towns, ocean bluffs and redwood groves, each one perfect for a fall road trip with your pup.
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California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns
From Mendocino's Victorian headlands to Laguna Beach's gallery-lined streets, California's best coastal towns have quietly reshaped themselves around four-legged visitors. Expect water bowls at storefronts, treats at hotel check-in and patios where dogs are the guests of honor.
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