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Big Sur With a Dog: Photo Spots, Scenic Stops, and What to Know

By Heather Snow · Published February 5, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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Big Sur views from highway 1, Big Sur Road Trip, Big Sur with a dog

Big Sur is one of the most iconic places to visit on California’s central coast, a stretch of Highway 1 known for its dramatic cliffs, winding roads, and sweeping Pacific Ocean views. From rugged beaches to quiet forested moments along the Big Sur River, the scenery shifts constantly and never stops being breathtaking. On a…

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Dog‑Friendly Guide to Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea: 3 Nights in a Fairy‑Tale Coastal Town

By Heather Snow · Published February 4, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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Carmel Meadows Trail, things to do in Carmel with a dog, dog friendly Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea is the one of the most dog-friendly towns in California, and a picture perfect destination for art and design lovers. It is a place where you can sip wine on a patio with your pup, wander through secret passageways, admire fairy tale cottages, and enjoy a stunning white sand beach where dogs are allowed…

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Best Road Trip Stops Between Phoenix and Flagstaff: Sedona, Jerome, Prescott, Arcosanti & More

By Heather Snow · Published January 21, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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Granite at Watson Lake in Prescott, Arizona, things to do between Phoenix and Flagstaff

The drive between Phoenix and Flagstaff along Interstate 17 can be done in less than two hours.  It is a scenic drive on its own, as you can watch the dramatic landscape change from desert to pine trees as you gain in elevation the closer you get to Flagstaff.  If you are looking to explore…

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Dog-Friendly Winter Road Trip Stop in Boise: Where to Stay, Eat, & Explore

By Heather Snow · Published December 27, 2025 · Leave a Comment

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View from the top of Camel's Back Park in Boise, Idaho, things to do with a dog in Boise

Like many others, I took a road trip to spend the holidays with family this year.  It can be a challenging time of year to travel because of weather, and I decided to turn it into a winter road trip – with a dog. I decided to break up the road trip by spending a…

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Holiday Road Trip Guide: Winter Driving, Weather, and Traveling With a Dog

By Heather Snow · Published November 21, 2025 · Leave a Comment

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view of lake tahoe from a ski lift at heavenly in winter

I love a good road trip, but there are some big differences in planning for a winter road trip vs. a summer road trip.  Shorter days, unpredictable weather, slower travel, and holiday traffic are all important considerations. Bringing a dog along for the holidays adds more logistics to consider, (especially if you are traveling solo…

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