Dog-Friendly Yosemite – DogTrekker

Dog-Friendly Yosemite

Yosemite Mariposa County is an ideal destination for people who travel with dogs and the resources on DogTrekker.com and Yosemite.com make planning effortless. Start by skimming DogTrekker’s Yosemite blog, where first‑paw accounts map out every season: spring waterfall walks along the Merced River, shady summer hikes on the Wawona Meadow Loop, golden‑leaf rambles through Mariposa Grove’s perimeter roads in autumn and peaceful winter strolls on the snow‑dusted Valley floor. Each story is written by dog people for dog people, so you’ll know exactly where leashes are required, how to pack and where to find pup‑friendly patios in downtown Mariposa or El Portal.

Then dive into Yosemite.com’s “Enjoying Yosemite Mariposa County with Pets” section for the park’s official rules and a handy trail list. You’ll discover paved paths to world‑class viewpoints—Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, and Lower Yosemite Fall—plus insider tips. Lodging recommendations range from dog‑friendly historic hotels and cozy cabins to RV parks with fenced play areas, many of which DogTrekker’s writers have “paw‑tested.”

Pair these two sites and you’ll have the complete playbook: inspiring stories, up‑to‑date regulations and trusted local businesses. The result? A Leave Only Paw Prints® adventure that lets you and your four‑legged explorer experience Yosemite’s towering granite walls, rushing rivers and starlit skies safely and responsibly.

Yosemite Stories

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Winter and spring in Yosemite Mariposa: Pet-friendly stays and snowy-to-splashy adventures

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Winter spring guide to pet-friendly lodging in Yosemite Mariposa County

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Winter- and spring-friendly things to do with your pets in Yosemite Mariposa County

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Four-day Yosemite Mariposa County dog-friendly itinerary

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Winter-friendly things to do with your pets in Yosemite Mariposa

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Spring in Yosemite: Spectacular waterfalls!

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Your pup-friendly guide to California snow season 2023

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Ruffing it in Yosemite

Winter in Yosemite National Park means quiet landscapes and five-star fun for four-pawed travelers and their human companions. Leashed dogs …

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What to do near Wawona and The Redwoods

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Relax on the river: Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite View Lodge has been family-owned and family-friendly (that includes four-legged family members!) for nearly 50 years …

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Paradise in the park: The Redwoods in Yosemite

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Four-paw winter accommodations

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Fall for these dog-friendly waterfalls

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Cozy winter lodging in Yosemite

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Winter in Yosemite, the Tenaya Lodge way

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Tenaya Lodge for couples

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