Pets are welcome!
Friendly dogs are welcome and must be registered at time of check-in.
There will be a pet fee of USD $15 per pet per day.
You know your pups better than us. If they are well traveled and behave you are more than welcome to leave them in the room for short periods of time. If they are barkers, destructive or unsocial please leave them at a proper care facility. If they disturb the surrounding guests then we will call you on your cell phone to return to the inn to tend to the problem.
Pet Sitting is available at:
Tahoe Tails and Trails
Off-Leash Dog Parks
Bijou Dog Park
1201 Al Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Located at the Bijou Community Park, this doggy play area features separate fenced areas for small and large dogs, large grassy fields, natural areas, beautiful trees, pet sanitary stations, water, and benches. The park is closed Thursday mornings from 8 am until 10 am for upkeep. Dogs must be sociable, current on all vaccinations and license, and under their owner's control at all times. Dogs must be leashed when not in designated off-lead areas.
Pet-Friendly Beaches
Kiva Beach
This long, sandy beach has restrooms and picnic tables. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Highway 89 for 2.5 miles to Kiva Beach.
Dogs must be leashed.
Tallac Historic Site
Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds and at the beach of the Tallac Historic Site. While you are there, check out the three historic estates: Pope, Valhalla, and Baldwin. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 50 for 3 miles and turn right at the sign for the Tallac Historic Site.
Dogs must be leashed.
Echo Lakes
This is a great spot for you and your dog to picnic and swim. There is a water taxi that can take both of you across the lake. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Highway 50 for 9.6 miles and turn right on Echo Lake Road. Park in the upper lot at The Echo Lakes Resort. The water taxi leaves fro the Resort and runs between Memorial Day to Labor Day, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. $6 per person, $3 per dog. 530-659-7207
Dogs must be leashed.
Taylor Creek
Fallen Leaf Lake releases water periodically into Taylor Creek. Along with kokanee salmon, the creek is filled with rainbow and brown trout. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Hwy 89 for 3.2 miles to the Taylor Creek Visitors Center. Park and walk towards the creek. The Visitors Center includes a fascinating underwater observatory.
Dogs must be leashed. No dogs anywhere near the Eagle Habitat
Pet-Friendly Hikes
The Hawley Grade Trail [ 3.5 Miles Roundtrip - Easy ]
This historic hike is on the first wagon road built in the area in the late 1850's. The trail follows the Upper Truckee River. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Highway 50 for 5.3 miles and turn left on South Upper Truckee Road, Drive 3.5 miles and turn at the Hawley Grade sign. Continue to the end of the road and park past the houses.
Fallen Leaf Lake Trail [ 3.5 Miles Roundtrip - Easy ]
This beautiful lake is a great spot for picnicking, swimming, fishing, and biking. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Highway 89 and turn left on Fallen Leaf Lake Road. Follow the road past the campground to the Fallen Leaf Lake Trailhead.
Grass Lake Meadow [ Beginner to Intermediate ]
This is a great spot for beginners. There are about 3 miles of flat, open meadow for you and your dogs. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south for 4.5 miles on Highway 50 to the stop light. Turn left on Hwy 89 and drive to Luther Pass and park on the side of the road
Susie Lake Trail [ 8 Miles Roundtrip - Moderate ]
This scenic trail in desolation Wilderness passes by creeks and waterfalls. Continue another mile past Susie Lake to reach Heather Lake, and another 2 miles to reach Lake Aloha. A wilderness permit is required for this hike. >From the South Lake Tahoe Y drive north 3 miles on Highway 89 and turn left on Fallen Leaf Lake Road. Pass the Fallen Leaf Lodge and continue down the Forest Service Road. Follow the signs toward Lily Lake to the Glen Alpine Trailhead. Park and begin hiking on the gravel road, following the signs to Susie Lake.
Echo Lakes Trail [ 12 Miles Roundtrip - Moderate ]
You will begin at lower Echo Lake and end at Lake Aloha. This is one of the most spectacular hikes in the area! Bring your camera and enjoy the scenery. Over summer, you and your dog can take the water taxi that crosses Echo Lake, and shorten your hike by 5 miles. A wilderness permit is required for this hike. >From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Highway 50 for 9.6 miles and turn right on Echo Lakes Road. Continue to an intersection and turn left. Park in the upper lot at the Echo Lakes Resort. The water taxi leaves from the boat dock at the Echo Lake Resort. For more information on the water taxi, call 530-659-7207
Ralston Peak Trail [ 8 Miles Roundtrip - Moderate ]
This scenic hike into Desolation Wilderness gives you beautiful views of Horsetail Falls, one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in Lake Tahoe. A wilderness permit is required for this hike. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive 13.5 miles south on Highway 50 and turn right at Camp Sacramento. Drive down this dirt road and park at the church. The Ralston Peak trailhead is on the left side of the road.
Taylor Creek Sno-Park [ No Snowmobiles, All level skiers ]
No Dogs Anywhere Near the Eagle Habitat. There are trails for all level of cross country skier in this sno-park. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Highway 89 for 3.5 miles to the sno-park. A sno-park permit is required to park here.
Mount Tallac [ 10 Miles Roundtrip - Strenuous ]
You will climb 5 miles and gain over 3,000 feet of elevation to arrive at the top of Mount Tallac, where you will have truly unbelievable views of all of Lake tahoe. You will pass 2 lakes, which are a great spot for a picnic lunch. Bring a jacket, it can get cold at the top. A wilderness permit is required for this hike. From South Lake Tahoe Y, drive north on Highway 89 for 3.5 miles. Turn left on the dirt road at the Mount Tallac Trailhead sign across from Baldwin Beach.
Echo Lakes [ Intermediate level skiers ]
This trail is for intermediate cross country skiers and their dogs. There are many trails in this area, most which lead to Upper and lower Echo Lakes. A map of the trails can be picked up at the Forest Service Office. A sno-park permit is needed to park here. From the South Lake Tahoe Y, drive south on Highway 50 for 9.6 miles and turn right on Echo Lake road. Park in the Echo Lakes Sno-Park area.