Dog-Friendly Activities in Big Creek, CA

Bring your leashed dog to explore the thousands of miles of hiking trails in this massive national forest, which includes 1.3 million acres of space. The moderate Angel Falls via Willow Creek Trail and the easy Pa'san Ridge Trail are two of the more popular pet-friendly trails within the national forest. While sequoia groves inside Yosemite National Park are out of bounds for canines, check these magnificent trees out in this national forest at places like Nelder Grove of Giant Sequoias.

Consisting of rolling terrain, alpine granite, sixteen lakes, and large meadows, Dinkey Lakes Wilderness is a dog-friendly spot to hit the trails near Clovis, CA. Canine companions are welcome to join their owners as they explore the 30,000 acre wilderness, most of which is above 9,000 feet elevation. Pets must be on a leash or under voice control at all times during their hike. Information on wilderness permits, camping and fees can be found on Dinkey Lakes Wilderness' official website.

Shaver Lake is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch year-round to enjoy the pet-friendly facilities. Whether your pup is a water lover or snow hound, this place has it all.