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Dog-Friendly Summer Adventure from Bend – Idea 4 – Following the Deschutes River

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Come along with us as we embark on an evening walk along the Deschutes River, beginning at the Riverbend Dog Park. The Deschutes River played a crucial role in the development of Bend, serving as a vital water source for early settlers, agriculture, and industry. Its steady flow supported the growth of communities along its […]

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Dog-Friendly Summer Adventure from Bend – Idea 3 – Relaxing Afternoon in Downtown Bend

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Discover the charming downtown of Bend where streets are lined with boutique shops, art galleries, and inviting, dog-friendly cafes. Bend boasts consistently beautiful summer weather, with sunny days, picturesque white clouds against a blue sky, and vibrant green landscapes. Unable to resist the allure of the outdoors, we decided to spend the afternoon picnicking and

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Dog-Friendly Summer Adventure from Bend – Idea 2 – Peaceful Surprise: Paulina Lake

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Embark on a captivating day-trip adventure, just a short drive from Bend to Paulina Lake and Paulina Peak, located within the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. Getting to Paulina Lake Paulina Lake is just an hour’s drive from downtown Bend, accessible via the main highway, Dalles-California Highway, also known as Highway 97. After turning left onto

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Dog-Friendly Summer Adventure from Bend – Idea 1 – Scenic and Off-leash: Elk Lake and Good Dog!

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Join Toby and me as we take the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway to enjoy an afternoon at the Elk Lake and explore an off-leash trail at Good Dog! Driving to Elk Lake from Bend We started off our day by driving south from downtown Bend on the SW Century Dr. Essentially, this is the

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Summer Day-Trip Ideas with Your Dog – Bend, Oregon

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Join Toby and me as we explore dog-friendly spots in Bend and also venture on dog-friendly day-trip destinations from this beautiful town. Scenic and Off-leash: Elk Lake and Good Dog! Elk Lake is a tranquil retreat nestled within the Cascade Mountains near Bend, Oregon. This scenic destination offers opportunities for fishing, paddling, and enjoying the

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Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Part Four: San Francisco

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Embark on an enchanting journey through San Francisco’s iconic landmarks, including the panoramic views from Coit Tower, Fisherman’s Wharf, the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, and the lush greenery of Golden Gate Park. We were in the Bay Area so of course, we couldn’t resist spending a day in San Francisco. Here’s a perfect dog-friendly one-day

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Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Part Three: Monterey, Carmel, and Big Sur

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Discover the beautiful Asilomar Trail along the coast, explore charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, enjoy the stunning Big Sur vista points, walk among ancient redwoods at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, and experience the lively atmosphere of Monterey’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Asilomar Trail  We began our morning in Monterey with a walk along the beautiful Asilomar Trail by the

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Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Part Two: Ragged Point, Cruikshank Trail

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Join us as we set out to uncover the mesmerizing charm of Ragged Point’s coastal panorama, tread the scenic path of Cruikshank Trail’s inclines, and delve into the captivating landscapes of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Ragged Point  Following our peaceful night in Cambria, we eagerly resumed our journey along the Pacific Coast Highway. Our

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Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Part One: Venice Beach, Santa Barbara, Cambria

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Join us as we explore the first leg of this coastal escapade, starting from the vibrant Venice Beach, gliding through the charming parks of Santa Barbara, and venturing into the scenic beauty of Cambria. Let the journey begin! Venice Beach  While we’ve explored Venice Beach before, I couldn’t resist stopping by Eggslut for their amazing breakfast sandwich.

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