Sightseeing
Beautiful hiking and strolling with streams and giant Redwoods.
335 locals recommend
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park RdBeautiful hiking and strolling with streams and giant Redwoods.
Roaring Camp
5401 Graham Hill RdFun picnic spot for the kids. Dog friendly.
About 20 minutes away through the forest to get to this gem of a small town. Beautiful beaches, good food, and a good grab-n-go market for beach snacks. Not good for swimming.
32 locals recommend
Davenport
About 20 minutes away through the forest to get to this gem of a small town. Beautiful beaches, good food, and a good grab-n-go market for beach snacks. Not good for swimming.
Beauregard Vineyard
10 Pine Flat RdGreat wine tasting in a lovely setting.
Mountain Feed & Farm Supply
9550 CA-9Shadowbrook Restaurant
1750 Wharf RdFavorite coastal cafe and spa
Coastanoa has something for everyone. Hiking on bluffs with ocean views and spa retreat. Nice cafe for dining.
Davenport beach
446 CA-1Food scene
West End Tap and Kitchen
334 Ingalls StYummy and fun!
Good food! Try their Gluten-Free fried chicken, when it's on the menu. Delicious!
94 locals recommend
Bantam
1010 Fair AveGood food! Try their Gluten-Free fried chicken, when it's on the menu. Delicious!
Mountain Roasting
6263 Graham Hill RdFriendly local coffee spot right next to the local donut shop!
White Raven
6253 Hwy 9Good coffee!
Nice outdoor setting with live music on the weekends. Wine tasting an adding bonus!
22 locals recommend
Hallcrest Vineyards
379 Felton Empire RdNice outdoor setting with live music on the weekends. Wine tasting an adding bonus!
This is a new cafe in Felton that I adore. There is an outdoor patio and lots of food for people with food allergies or vegan preferences. Lots of good food choices for everyone!
The Grove Cafe and Bakery
This is a new cafe in Felton that I adore. There is an outdoor patio and lots of food for people with food allergies or vegan preferences. Lots of good food choices for everyone!
Wild Roots Market
Adventure
Beautiful! And fun! Try these ziplines through old growth Redwoods.
18 locals recommend
Redwood Canopy Tour
17 Conference DrBeautiful! And fun! Try these ziplines through old growth Redwoods.
Try the 7 verses trail and get enlightenment and a lovely hike. Dog on leash friendly.
68 locals recommend
Land of Medicine Buddha
5800 Prescott RdTry the 7 verses trail and get enlightenment and a lovely hike. Dog on leash friendly.
Wilder Ranch State Park
1401 Coast RdWater play
Santa Cruz Main beach has volleyball and swimming. This beach spans all the way to past the public pier and includes the beach in front of the Dream Inn. Great swimmable beaches with lifeguards.
Santa Cruz Main Beach Volleyball
Traveler advice
Getting around
Dog-Friendly Places
1) Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
2) It's Beach is the official "Dog Beach" and is located across from Lighthouse Field (also dog friendly) next to the historic Lighthouse and famous Steamer's Lane surf spot in Santa Cruz
3) Cowboy Diner in Felton is dog-friendly eating for humans
4) Greyhound Rock beach on HWY 1 is dog-friendly AND beautiful
5) Most outdoor eateries on the Westside are dog-friendly, Kelly's Bakery, Cat and Cloud coffee shop, and Stockwell's Winery are all dog-happy places.