This travel spot is featured in our eighth blog series, Lassies Loved. Photo by Sonoma Magazine Staff (August 2025) Who says vacations are just for humans? California's Russian River offers plenty for four-legged family members to sniff, splash, and explore—from sandy beaches and towering redwoods to a very special treat: a pup picnic! At Dawn Ranch in Guerneville, guests can add a Pup Picnic to their stay, complete with a gourmet meal just for their furry friend. Now that's

You don't need a lottery ticket to be lucky in Laguna Beach, California! Luie Boone says all the pups who visit are lucky barkers in store for a big, beautiful adventure. Laguna Beach, California, is located along the Pacific Ocean, and it has a deep history. It was actually home to a prehistoric Paleo-Indian civilization. In 1993, a fossilized skull of a Paleo-Indian—known as the Laguna Woman—was found during construction on St. Ann's Drive. this skull was radiocarbon dated

Luie Boone wants to let you in a big, doggy secret: A perfect vacation doesn't take much—just wide-open spaces to run, fresh air to sniff, and plenty of time with your favorite hoomans. In Arch Cape and Cannon Beach, those simple joys come naturally. These two laid-back coastal communities offer the ideal dog-friendly getaway, where life slows down and everything centers on the outdoors, the ocean, and each other.