Dog-Friendly Activities in Placerville, CA

Apple Hill Farm High Hill Ranch is pet-friendly. At Over 155 Acres, High Hill Ranch is the largest and most visited apple farm in Placerville. Bring Fido to the outdoor areas at this popular apple farm and taste apple pie, apple donuts, fresh-pressed apple cider and more. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. They are open Monday through Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm.

The El Dorado Trail - Forni Rd to Missouri Flat Rd Segment is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Placerville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the El Dorado Trail - Forni Rd to Missouri Flat Rd Segment. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Family-owned and dog-friendly Boeger Winery in Placerville, CA, has been creating unique wines since 1972. Enjoy the experience of tasting six wines either inside the tasting room or inside their historic cellar, then choose your favorite to sip in their enchanting gardens. Bring family and friends for a picnic on the magical grounds with purchase of wine in the tasting room; ample seating is available throughout the charming property. Boeger Winery’s friendly team will share their history and guide you through tasting the award-winning wines that have put them on the map.

Truffle Huntress in Placerville, CA, is a dog-friendly truffle hunting business offering guided truffle hunts, truffle dog training, and gourmet truffle experiences. Dogs are welcome to participate in truffle hunts, though specific participation requirements should be confirmed when booking. Guests can learn about truffle cultivation and the art of hunting for these prized fungi alongside trained truffle dogs.

Bring your leashed pup to the pet-friendly Pine-O-Mine Ranch to pick apples, pumpkins and blueberries, find a fresh-cut Christmas tree, or snap photos in the flower meadow in Placerville, CA. Fresh food, local beer, and live music are also available every weekend, and kids will enjoy the petting zoo and tractor rides. Open May through December.

Old Town Placerville is a dog-friendly destination where Fido can accompany you to numerous local businesses and trails. Historic Main Street in Placerville, CA is lined with unique shops, many of which have bowls outside for four-legged visitors, and paw print stamps on their windows as a universal sign that Fido is permitted inside. After hitting the shops, explore the trails which wind through this quaint historic town.

Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park in Coloma, CA is pet friendly. Dogs are allowed on trails and in the river, but are not permitted in buildings. James W. Marshall discovered gold in 1848 on the South Fork of the American River; an event which led to the greatest mass movement of people in the Western Hemisphere. Shining flecks of gold were uncovered in a tailrace of the sawmill he was building in partnership with John Sutter. Visit this popular attraction to see a replica of the original sawmill. Those exploring the area with Fido can enjoy hikes and a picnic in the oak woodlands. Overlooking the beautiful river canyon is the Marshall Monument, California's first historic monument and the final resting place of James Marshall. The statue looks down on the river and points to the site of the gold discovery.

Bring Fido to Ashley Off Leash Dog Park in Auburn, CA. There are two separate spaces designated to large and small breeds, shade structures, bench seating, and a unique waterfall for dogs to cool off in. Situated within Ashford Park, visitors can re-attach Fido's leash and check out the nearby pond or share a picnic on the grass. Facilities at Ashford Park include restrooms, a bbq area and playground.

Rombauer Vineyards is a dog-friendly winery that allows four-legged guests at outside tables in Plymouth, CA. You can enjoy a variety of fine wines harvested from the Napa Valley. Reservations are required for certain tastings.

The folks at Jack Russell Farm Brewery have been brewing traditional English beer since 1996. Leashed pets are welcome! This pet-friendly brewery in Camino, CA, is one of the oldest continually-operating breweries in the area, featuring a tasting room with a selection of year-round and seasonal beers, ciders, meads, and wines. You and Fido will also notice the working farm on the site: 11 acres of blackberries, blueberries, apples, and hops that they use in brewing, and llamas!

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on a visit to Dave Moore Nature Area, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Coloma, CA. You and Fido can explore the well-maintained, easy loop trail through Gold Rush Country, that also offers perfect river access for a swim.

Dog-friendly Christian Valley Park in Auburn, CA, welcomes leashed pets to join you for a stroll or picnic. The park features a multi-use sports field and playground, and large oak trees provide shade on warmer days.

Vino Noceto is a pet-friendly winery in Plymouth, CA, where Fido can join you inside their tasting room. If crowded, they're happy to serve you on the patio, which also features a pet relief station equipped with waste bags and a charming statue named Doggie D. During your visit, indulge in various wines, including vintage, white, red and rose options.

Spend a day with Fido at the pet-friendly, seasonal Apple Ridge Farms in Camino, CA. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to enjoy the outdoor property while you picnic or walk the nature trail and enjoy the views. Pups aren't permitted inside buildings or in the pumpkin patch.

Dog-friendly Auburn State Recreational Park spans 20 miles on each fork of the American River near Auburn, CA. Fido is allowed to explore the park, with the exception of Lake Clementine. Once teeming with gold miners, the park now offers lots of opportunities for dogs and their owners to enjoy scenic views from numerous hiking trails. Dogs must be leashed during your visit, and restricted to your vehicle or tent overnight. It is advised that visitors do not hike alone and are mindful of black bears, rattlesnakes, bobcats, and mountain lions in this area.

Dogs are welcome to join you on the pet-friendly patio outside Amador Cellars in Plymouth, CA. Located in the heart of Amador County's lush Shenandoah Valley, stop by with Fido to sample a glass or two of locally-produced wine.

Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at Driven Cellars in Plymouth, CA. This pet-friendly winery invites two- and four-legged friends to enjoy a weekend visit while sipping on white and red wines outside on the umbrella-shaded patio.

Visit Rainbow Orchards in Camino, CA, with Fido and enjoy fresh-picked apples, along with delicious baked goods, apple cider, and world-famous donuts. The pet-friendly orchard is open seasonally and welcomes leashed dogs on the property.

Fido is invited to play at the dog park at Pioneer Park in Pioneer, CA. This leash-free area boasts ample space, shaded areas, benches and a convenient trash can. When you come for a visit, remember to bring your own water for your pup.

Destination Drivers Private Wine Tours in Plymouth, CA are pet friendly. Enjoy a day of wine tasting with Fido in Plymouth, Sutter Creek, Jackson, Fairplay, Amador County, El Dorado County, and the Sierra Foothills. Destination Drivers trained, insured drivers will drive your car or rental. Their designated driver service is based on the belief that a customers' needs are of the utmost importance, especially four-legged customers. They will meet you at your hotel, party, or residence and take you on a private, first class, customized wine tour or event. Destination Drivers will walk or sit with your dog while you enjoy a tasting, and take you to dinner afterwards and wait at your convenience. They'll even provide a dog-for-the-day upon request!