Washington is home to the second largest hop-growing region in the world, which is why it’s full of great breweries to visit with your dog. The Urban Beer Garden at Fremont Brewing Company in Seattle beats out stiff competition to be the best pet-friendly brewery in the state thanks to great beer, wonderful service and a welcoming attitude to dogs. Sample a Dark Star imperial oatmeal stout or Disco Wolf hazy double IPA, and pick up a pawful of free pretzels for you and dog treats for Fido from the bar. For something more substantial, try one of the pet-friendly eateries in the area and then walk it off at the nearby Gas Works Park.

Enjoy an unforgettable stay in the heart of Fremont at Bar House Hotel, an urban tropical getaway.

Whether your best friend prefers land or water, there’s something for her at Lake Wenatchee State Park, the most dog-friendly state park in Washington. The glacier-fed lake is surrounded by mountains and offers exceptional views, crystal-clear water, and plenty of opportunities for swimming or boating. Kayaks and paddle boards are also available to rent. If water isn’t her thing, hike through the highland forest, including a trek up the nine-mile Dirtyface Peak that rises 3,950 feet and provides unparalleled vistas. During winter, the park becomes Chiwawa Sno-Park, a winter wonderland ideal for skiing or snowshoeing with your pooch along 30 miles of groomed trails.

Lake Wenatchee State Park allows year-round camping. In winter, pitch your tent next to a fire ring along the lake’s shoreline and enjoy amenities like heated restrooms and warming shelters. If a hotel is more your style, book a room at Bavarian Ritz Hotel in nearby Leavenworth.

Fido will do a double take when he sees Double Bluff Beach in Freeland, Washington’s top dog-friendly attraction. Take the pet-friendly Whidbey Island Ferry to this picturesque island in Puget Sound. The off-leash beach boasts spectacular views of Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Cascades, the Olympics, and even downtown Seattle on a clear day. Spend a day wandering through the dunes together and take memorable pictures on driftwood-covered sand. Before you hop aboard the ferry back to the mainland, clean up your pup’s paws at the doggie wash station.

Your pooch will be dog-tired after a day of exploring. She can collapse in her room at Staybridge Suites Everett Paine Field after chowing down on a treat at check-in.

Camp at Andersen’s RV Park on the Ocean, Washington’s most dog-friendly campground, and you’ll not only be doing Fido a favor, you’ll be helping pets at the local no-kill animal shelter through the park’s “Dollars for Doggies” pet fee. Of course, your own pup will love receiving treats upon arrival, and he’ll have a ball in the large, off-leash dog park and on miles of pet-friendly trails including the nearby Discovery Trail, first blazed by Lewis and Clark. The park just asks that “dogs have owners leashed” when not in the dog park. Let him play in the sand and surf of Long Beach, then get cleaned up in the hot outdoor shower before relaxing to sunset views over the Pacific Ocean. Three dogs of any size are permitted for an additional fee of $5 per dog, per stay.

Marymoor Park in Redmond is known locally as “Doggy Disneyland,” and when you visit this 40-acre park you’ll understand why. You’ll find the best of both worlds at the best dog park in Washington: places to hang out and play for dogs who love to make new friends and secluded spots for pups who prefer their own space. Woodchip trails weave around this countryside park underneath shade trees and through open fields. Fido can take the steps down to one of the water holes if he wants to cool off. Good boys and girls can be rewarded with a treat from Seattle Barkery, a food truck for dogs that has been known to make regular stops around Marymoor Park.

Does your dog have lofty ambitions? This airy Airbnb with hardwood floors is just a short walk from the park and is on the ground floor for easy access to the outside.

Olympic National Park isn’t the most pet-friendly destination for outbound hounds. Fortunately, dogs are free to explore much of the neighboring Olympic National Forest. Take a hike on Lower Lena Lake Trail, one of the forest’s most popular footpaths, and the best trail to hike with your dog in Washington. On the way, you’ll tramp along a soft mud pathway through the forest and cross a wooden bridge over a rushing creek to end up at the mesmerizing blue waters of the lake. Lower Lena Lake Trail is a seven-mile out-and-back path rated moderately difficult due to rocky terrain.

Fall asleep to the sound of a creek at Kimberly's Lake Cushman Rental. The lake is a short and easy walk from the house and has easy access for pups who love to play fetch in the water.

Looking for a stand-in for a European vacation? Lodge with your Lab in the Bavarian-inspired town of Leavenworth at LOGE Leavenworth Downtown, Washington’s best dog-friendly B&B. Located in the Cascade Mountains, this laidback accommodation has a range of comfortable pet-friendly rooms with hardwood floors and a great communal area that has the feel of a dog-friendly hostel. Grab coffee and a bite to eat for breakfast from the on-site café, then rent a tube from Leavenworth Outdoor Center and float with Fido through the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Guests looking for a more secluded stay can book a private pet-friendly cabin at the riverside location instead.

LOGE Leavenworth Downtown allows dogs of any size for an additional fee of $25 per pet, per stay.

Held every February in Washington, the Methow Valley Doggie Dash is a spectacle to behold. At the Evergreen State’s can’t miss dog event, costumed dogs and their humans ski a short loop together to the delight of the crowd. A panel of experts will select one participant as the Best in Show Costume, and that winner is awarded the coveted Golden Poodle Trophy. Additional category prizes include Methow Trails Dog Passes and goodies from local businesses.

Share scenic views at Winthrop’s Mt Gardner Inn. Ask for a room with a private covered porch to share with your pooch.

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