The New La Quinta Inn Fort Stockton Northeast Pet-Friendly Hotel in Texas

The New La Quinta Inn Fort Stockton Northeast Pet-Friendly Hotel in Texas

I’m always on a hunt for dog-friendly hotels along I-10 since Kuma travels with me on all of my cross-country road trips. Fort Stockton is a good pit stop in Texas and La Quinta Inn opened a new hotel in October 2020, so I decided to check this place out.

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Vast Open Space and Hiking Trails at Hahamongna Watershed Park in Pasadena

Vast Open Space and Hiking Trails at Hahamongna Watershed Park in Pasadena

One of my favorite parks in the LA county area is Hahamongna Watershed Park. My neighbor invited me to meet up with her and her pups here and ever since, it has been my go-to park. The park is beautifully maintained with plenty of facilities which include a 24-hole Frisbee golf course, numerous picnic areas, barbecue pits, an athletic field, hiking trails, and restrooms.

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Dog-Friendly North Shore Inn Hotel Near Valley of Fire State Park

Dog-Friendly North Shore Inn Hotel Near Valley of Fire State Park

North Shore Inn at Lake Mead is a fantastic dog-friendly accommodation if you are in the area to visit Valley of Fire State Park or Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Nevada. The inn is located in Moapa Valley, just 16 miles south of the area, which is much closer than the drive from Las Vegas, which is 50 miles south of the area.

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Dog-Friendly Vista Hermosa Natural Park in DTLA

Dog-Friendly Vista Hermosa Natural Park in DTLA

Earlier this year, we visited several off-leash dog beaches in Southern California, but as the temperatures began to drop, we shifted from beaches to pet-friendly parks. We don’t visit downtown Los Angeles very often, but Vista Hermosa Natural Park looked like it was worth a visit.

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Pet-Friendly Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park in LA County

Pet-Friendly Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park in LA County

We woke up early on a Saturday morning and took the pups to Vasquez Rocks, which is a 932-acre Natural Area Park. It’s the perfect place to witness and climb unique rock formations without having to endure a rigorous trek.

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7 Dog-Friendly Things To Do in the Greater Phoenix Area

7 Dog-Friendly Things To Do in the Greater Phoenix Area

If you are looking for things to do with your main furry squeeze in the greater Phoenix area, we’ve got a fantastic list for you. Whether you want to take a pleasant stroll through downtown Mesa or enjoy a short hike to an amazing sunrise in Tempe, there is a ton of options in the East Valley region of Phoenix, Arizona.

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Where To Stay in Phoenix With Your Dog: Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix

Where To Stay in Phoenix With Your Dog: Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix

I love staying at Kimpton hotels because they are so beautifully decorated and the staff is always very professional and friendly. The biggest bonus with Kimpton hotels is that they charge NO PET FEE. I was passing through Phoenix and saw that Kimpton had a hotel downtown, so it was the perfect place for me and Kuma to stay for the night.

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Adventures in Arizona on the Dog-Friendly Apache Trail

Adventures in Arizona on the Dog-Friendly Apache Trail

We never heard of the Apache Trail until we started searching for dog-friendly things to do in the greater Phoenix area of Arizona. The Apache Trail was named after the Apache Indians who originally used this trail to move through the Superstition Mountains. We stopped by some fun locations on the trail with our pups.

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Where to Play in the Snow with Your Dog in Los Angeles

Where to Play in the Snow with Your Dog in Los Angeles

We ventured up Angeles Crest Highway for a day of fun in the snow. Along the way up we stopped by several vista points before reaching our final destination at Red Box Picnic Area. This is where we got to play in the snow with our pups.

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Pet-Friendly Homewood Suites in Downtown Nashville

Pet-Friendly Homewood Suites in Downtown Nashville

We wanted to book a stay within walking distance from Honky Tonk Central and the best pet-friendly option we found was the Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown. This was perfect since Kuma is a huge fan of Homewood Suites properties.

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Spacious Pet-Friendly Accommodation at Homewood Suites in Moab

Spacious Pet-Friendly Accommodation at Homewood Suites in Moab

We had one day to spend at Arches National Park and wanted to stay at an accommodation that was both close to the park and also pet-friendly. Since Arches National park has limited activities for pets, we wanted to book a spacious room for Kuma where she felt like she was at home.

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Pet-Friendly Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort with Stunning Views From Every Room

Pet-Friendly Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort with Stunning Views From Every Room

Last year, around Thanksgiving, we tried to use our Hilton Honors points to stay at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, but the rooms were fully booked. We decided to try again this year in August and luckily, we were able to score a room with 2 queen beds and a patio. We were especially excited to stay here because we were bringing our fur babies, Zooey and Kuma, with us to spend the weekend in Santa Barbara.

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Red Sands Hotel is Perfect for Capitol Reef National Park Visitors

Red Sands Hotel is Perfect for Capitol Reef National Park Visitors

Red Sands Hotel & Spa is a lovely up-to-date accommodation that is within minutes from Capitol Reef National Park. The hotel offers an array of services and elegant amenities for a very reasonable rate and it’s also pet-friendly. It’s the perfect location if you are visiting the Capitol Reef area.

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The Best Sunset Views at Sky Ranch Lodge Resort in Sedona, Arizona

The Best Sunset Views at Sky Ranch Lodge Resort in Sedona, Arizona

Our stay at Sky Ranch Lodge in Sedona, Arizona was an unexpected surprise. We stayed here for one night as we made our way across the country from Los Angeles to Florida. Had we known what a gem this place was, we would have booked another night.

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Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa Hotel Review in Mammoth Lakes

Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa Hotel Review in Mammoth Lakes

When we booked our stay at the Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa in Mammoth Lakes, we weren’t sure what to expect as the reviews we read online were mixed. Mixed reviews always make us a little nervous, but the other hotel brands we were more familiar with were completely booked. Since we were traveling with our pups, our choices were limited, so the Sierra Nevada Resort was our next best option for a pet-friendly accommodation in Mammoth Lakes.

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7 Pet-Friendly Things To Do in Mammoth Lakes

7 Pet-Friendly Things To Do in Mammoth Lakes

No matter what time of year you visit Mammoth Lakes, there are always plenty of things to do here. It is one of the lesser-known areas in the Sierra Nevadas and it’s pet-friendly. Yosemite tends to get all the fame, which we completely understand why, but if you are already in the region, we think Mammoth Lakes is worth a visit; especially if you like to travel with your dogs.

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An Unexpected Surprise at The Pet-Friendly Grand Canyon Yavapai Lodge

An Unexpected Surprise at The Pet-Friendly Grand Canyon Yavapai Lodge

When we booked our stay at the Grand Canyon Yavapai Lodge, we were a bit nervous since it was a last-minute decision. When we walked into our room, we were thoroughly impressed by their newly-remodeled dog-friendly accommodation.

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