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Welcome Centers in desert region

Welcome Centers in desert region

Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

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Barstow Welcome Center

Barstow

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready…

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Yucca Valley Welcome Center

Yucca Valley

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready…

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Welcome Centers in desert region

Welcome Centers in desert region

Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

Big Bear Discovery Center

The dog-friendly Big Bear Discovery Center Big Bear Lake is your friendly guide to exploring the Mountaintop Ranger District of the San Bernardino National Forest. This center isn’t just about maps and trails; it’s a place where education and adventure meet, designed to enhance your visit by offering insights into becoming a thoughtful caretaker of … Continued

Big Bear Lake Visitor Center

The Big Bear Lake Visitor Center is your go-to spot for insightful, firsthand information about the area, provided by a local expert who’s eager to share the best of what Big Bear has to offer. Welcoming visitors every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the center is stocked with a wide selection of brochures … Continued

Mammoth Lakes Resort Area

Mammoth Lakes’ motto is, ‘Come as you are.  Do what you love.’ This applies to the surrounding area as well.  As the gateway to California’s natural wonders located in the Eastern Sierra, Mammoth Lakes is a great base camp and information hotspot for travelers. During the summer, the most popular reasons people visit the area … Continued

Donner Summit Rest Area I-80 West

If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a break. These rest areas are designed to provide highway travelers, including their pooches, a safe and convenient place to refresh before continuing with their journey. California rest areas are roadside facilities that provide, at a … Continued

Donner Summit Rest Area I-80 East

If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a break. These rest areas are designed to provide highway travelers, including their pooches, a safe and convenient place to refresh before continuing with their journey. California rest areas are roadside facilities that provide, at a … Continued

California Welcome Center – Anderson

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

El Dorado Hills Welcome Center

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

Santa Rosa Welcome Center

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

Truckee Welcome Center

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

Merced Welcome Center

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

Yucca Valley Welcome Center

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

Napa Valley Welcome Center

In America’s premier wine, food, arts and wellness capital, you’ll find an abundance of activities and experiences for you and your pup. Located along the Riverfront in Downtown Napa, the Napa Valley’s 2,400 square foot Welcome Center offers the perfect starting point for new and returning guests. Here, a mix of high-tech and traditional resources … Continued

Auburn Welcome Center

Placer County is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, wine connoisseurs, epicureans, and history buffs alike.

Barstow Welcome Center

Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready to provide information that will enhance and enrich your visit including suggestions on where to eat, what to see, and where to stay. Welcome Centers also offer free maps and brochures on local attractions and … Continued

Ventura Visitor Center

At the Ventura Visitor Center, dogs are welcomed with open arms and a jar chock full of dog treats at the ready. This Southern California gem, located in Ventura County, is a haven for furry companions accompanying their owners on adventures. Visitors can expect a warm reception as they gather visitor information and peruse the … Continued

Concord California Visitor Center

Stop by for a Visit – We’d Love to See You! We’re here to help you get the most out of your stay in Concord. Whether you’re looking to find a great restaurant, plan a hike to the top of Mt. Diablo State Park, see a show at the Concord Pavilion, enjoy a day of … Continued

Golden Gate Bridge

While you can’t take your dog with you to walk on the bridge itself, you and your dog can enjoy great views from several perspectives at vista points on either end of the bridge and in the Marin Headlands. The visitor center on the San Francisco side includes outdoor exhibits, gardens, restrooms, snack bar and, … Continued

Taylor Tallac Historic Site

Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds, paths and along most of the waterfront of the Tallac Historic Site, once the summer playground of three elite San Francisco families who built estates here in the late 1800s. The Pope, Valhalla and Baldwin estates can be admired from the exterior at any time, with some buildings … Continued

Calaveras Visitors Center

The Calaveras Visitors Center in Angels Camp, Calaveras County, is a must-visit destination for history buffs and souvenir hunters alike. Boasting a vast collection of historical books detailing the area’s rich heritage, visitors can immerse themselves in the Gold Rush era and local folklore. From charming Frog, angel, and Gold Rush-themed gifts to a selection … Continued

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