Dog Friendly Activities in Downieville, CA

There are 6 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Downieville. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Downieville.

Pet Friendly Plumas-Eureka State Park
Plumas-Eureka State Park Plumas-Eureka State Park is a pet-friendly area in Blairsden-Graeagle, CA. Although the focal point of this park is the museum building and historic area surrounding it, Fido is only allowed on the fire roads and not inside the building. However, you can enjoy the dog-friendly Grass Lake Trail, a 3.8-mile hike that follows along a number of impressive lakes in the area. You can find the start of this trail at the Jamison mine. See Details
Pet Friendly Hirschman Trail
Hirschman Trail Located a mile from the heart of downtown Nevada City, CA, Hirschman Trail is a dog-friendly trail system, which provides hikers barrier-free access to Hirschman's Pond. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners as they hike through oak woodlands, pines, grasslands, and over a 40-foot long trestle that replicates the railroad and flume construction techniques of the late 1800s. The trail is 2.4 miles one way, depending on the route taken. Dog owners can check out Hirschman Trail's official website for tips and information on accessing its trailheads. See Details
Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park Located just down the road from Nevada City, CA, Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park is dog-friendly. The park is made up of 3000 acres of pine forests and is home to California's largest hydraulic gold mine. Leashed dogs are welcome in the historic town of North Bloomfield as well as in the campground and cabins. Fido can also join you on the Slaughterhouse and North Bloomfield hiking trails in the park. The park is open every day of the week from sunrise to sunset. See Details
Crooked Lakes Trail The Crooked Lakes trail is a 2.25-miles, dog-friendly trail in Tahoe National Forest. The trail does not have a drive-up trailhead, it is only accessible from other hiking trails: Round Lake trail, Bowman Mountain trail, and Lindsey Lake trail via the Grouse Ridge trail. See Details
Plumas National Forest Occupying 1,146,000 acres of scenic mountain lands, Plumas National Forest in Quincey, CA is dog friendly. Leashed pets are allowed on trails and in developed recreation sites, but are not in swimming areas. The park features deep canyons, mountain valleys, streams and lakes, meadows, and lofty peaks. Many of the activities at Plumas National Forest are free; however, some require fees or permits. Dog owners can check out Plumas National Forest's official website for more information. See Details
Mills Peak Trail Mills Peak Trail is a pet-friendly mountain bike trail in Blairsden-Graeagle, CA that is 7 miles in length and leads to great views of pine forests. Dogs are welcome on this difficult trail, as long as they are under control and all mess is cleaned up after them. Make sure your dog is trained if you are planning on biking the trail. See Details
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