Dogs love Lake Tahoe. After all, there’s plenty of hiking and
swimming to enjoy. And for the more adventurous canine rafting and
boating are options as well.
Lake Tahoe loves dogs too. If
you stop into the Incline Village Visitors Center or even the Tahoe
City Post Office chances are your pooch will be welcomed with a
treat.
So how to go about planning a trip to Tahoe with your dog? First
find some lodging that offers sleeping quarters for two- and
four-legged guests. You can
search GoTahoeNorth.com’s accommodations listings by
“Pets”
to generate a list of canine-cuddly
locations.
Here are a few of the doggie favorites in the North Lake Tahoe
region:
1.
Tahoe Moon Properties
, Tahoe City: More than
50 dog-friendly rentals from small cozy cabins to ski-in condos.
Properties are equipped with dog baskets that include dog tags with
rental home information, dog towels, sheets for covering beds and
furniture, a sticky roller for hair removal, dog biscuits and a
poop scoop and bags. Tahoe Moon charges a fee of $40/dog that
covers additional cleaning.
2.
Holiday
House
, Tahoe Vista: Six-lakefront suites providing
panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. The owner “welcomes pets to enjoy
our piece of Heaven” and the property is centrally located to all
things Tahoe, including beaches and restaurants. Don’t be surprised
to see a German shepherd, named Sierra, out on the water on a stand
up paddleboard with the property’s owner. There is a $30 flat fee
for dogs for up to three days, and $10/night for extended
stays.
3.
Tahoma Meadows B&B Cottages
, West Shore
in Tahoma: Winner of the Golden Bone Award for exceptional service
from DogFriendly.com. Guests stay in charming red cottages,
reminiscent of Lake Tahoe 50 years ago, but with all the amenities
that guests expect today. The owners at Tahoma Meadows will also
post your dog pictures from Tahoe on their website. A good resource
is their Pet Information webpage, titled “Adventures with Your Dog
at Tahoe,” which includes places – from beaches to hiking and cross
country skiing – to enjoy with your pet. Fees are $20/night per
dog.
4.
Tahoma Lodge
, West Shore in Tahoma: A
historic, family-owned property with one and two-bedroom cabins
geared for families. Nearby Sugar Pine Point State Park, which
offers spectacular views of Lake Tahoe and is home to the notable
Hellman-Ehrman Mansion, is perfect for morning jaunts as dogs on
leash are invited on the paved trails. Dogs are $10/night.
5.
PlumpJack
Squaw Valley Inn
, Olympic Valley: Pampers pets with
comfy beds, doggie treats, bowls for food and water, a customized
PlumpJack guest ID tag, as well as dog-friendly rooms located on
the first floor for easy in and out. A $150 fee per room is
assessed when you bring your four-legged friend. Nearby Shirley
Canyon is a must-hike for dog owners, especially with its many
waterfalls that encourage Fido to get wet. And, don’t miss one of
the newest additions to the Village at Squaw Valley – Squaw Dogs is
a shop featuring food, supplements, life vests, toys, leashes and
harnesses that will keep your dog healthy and active for all your
adventures.
6.
Mother Nature’s Inn
, Tahoe City: Decorated
with wildlife, nature-themed décor and renovated in 2004 to
maintain its classic Tahoe charm, offers dog-friendly rooms that
are also budget friendly. The property is centrally located, and
guests are literally able to walk everywhere, including to coffee
shops, chic clothing boutiques, and restaurants.
7.
Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
, mid-mountain
at Northstar-At-Tahoe Resort: The five-star luxurious resort also
welcomes pets to enjoy the ambience that includes rooms with
in-room fireplaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, private walkout
balconies and views of Martis Valley. Pet fees are $125
(non-refundable).
8.
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort
, Spa &
Casino, Incline Village: This AAA Four-Diamond resort welcomes you
and your pooch, but they must be 25 pounds or lighter. Pets to this
stunning locale are charged $50/night.
9.
The Rustic Cottages
, Tahoe Vista: Nestled on
two acres of pine trees these old Tahoe-style cottages include many
that are dog-friendly. The historic property was originally the
sawmill and labor camp of the Brockway Lumber Company and was
converted to vacation cottages in 1925. Pets are $20/night.
10.
Cedar House Sport Hotel
, Truckee:
Baxter Baird, the owner’s adorable border collie, just may be your
first greeter and you may recognize him from the hotel’s
advertisements. The property offers rooms that are an eclectic mix
of contemporary design and functionality with an organic edge
geared for relaxed comfort. Dogs are welcomed with special treats,
dog beds, and bowls. The dog-loving staff is also a great resource
in providing guests with preferred dog venues throughout the
area.
What else can dogs enjoy at Tahoe?
Check out all things dog here
.