Northstar at Tahoe

This park, which is half a mile south of downtown on Highway 267, has 62 acres of natural paths and picnic spots. Dogs must be on a leash.

Donner Memorial State Park is one of California's most pet-friendly state parks. This state park in Sierra Nevada offers camping, picnics, boating, fishing, water skiing, and hiking for you and Petzooie. Although pets are not permitted on all trails, as they are in other California state parks, they are welcome in the water, on paved roads, and in camping and picnic areas. Keep an eye out for the dog entrance signs so you and Petzooie can get to the lake quickly. From sunrise to sunset, the park is open.

Dogs of all sizes are allowed to join you on the more than 8 kilometers of ski trails at Tahoe Cross Country. Although skijoring is not permitted on the trails, Petzooie can cross-country ski beside you and enjoy the snow. Although leashes are required at the parking lot and at the trailhead, your dog can enjoy the trail without one as long as he remains under your voice control.

Dogs are welcome to join you on a Tahoe City Kayak rental out on the water. Dogs are not permitted in the Tahoe City Kayak building, despite the fact that the rentals are pet-friendly. One dog owner will be required to travel with the rental and meet their canine companion and rowing partner at the public dock. Rates and hours vary depending on the type of rental. Online reservations are available. The shop is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday through Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday).

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization working to establish a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and linking corridors, supports the Truckee River Bike Trail, which is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by the group. This "rail-trail," which was once an abandoned railroad track, is now a terrific spot to walk Petzooie in Tahoe City! A parking lot with easy access to the Truckee River Bike Trail is shown on the map below.

Truckee River Rafting in Tahoe City, California, offers self-guided rafting adventures for you and your dog down a tranquil 5-mile section of the Truckee River. The picturesque rafting adventures are suitable for people of all ages and skills. The rafting excursion takes between two and four hours to complete. You are welcome to bring a small cooler with snacks and drinks for your tour. Dogs under 50 pounds must be on a leash.