The health and safety of our staff, huskies, visitors, and community have always been our top priority. Due to COVID-19, we have implemented policies to ensure the safety of our guests and staff at the kennel. We will continue to monitor the situation and make any necessary changes to follow all Alaska state and federal mandates.
We are open for summer tours! Visit the mushers and sled dogs of Trail Breaker Kennel during your next Alaskan adventure. Go on an exhilarating ride with our Alaskan Huskies during our Sled Dog Cart Ride. Learn about the lifestyle of mushers and see sled dogs in action during our Mushing Demo & Kennel Tour. Take a walk around our property and learn about our championship sled dogs on a Historic Kennel Tour.
Before your visit, please read our Summer COVID-19 Policies here.
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Family owned and operated since 1976, Trail Breaker Kennel is one of the longest operating kennels in Alaska. The kennel was founded in Eureka, Alaska by the late Susan Butcher, a four-time Iditarod champion, and David Monson, her husband and Yukon Quest champion. Built on a reputation of exemplary dog care and hard work, Trail Breaker Kennel became the premier racing kennel in the world. In 1990, Susan and David purchased property in Fairbanks, Alaska and established Trail Breaker Kennel on the banks of the Chena River.
Today, David, his two daughters and dedicated staff members provide visitors from around the world a look at the lives of mushers and Alaskan huskies in Interior Alaska. For over 20 years, Trail Breaker Kennel has been a favorite stop on the Riverboat Discovery tour. Kennel tours, dog sled rides, and other custom tours are offered seasonally. We hope to see you on your adventure in the Last Frontier!
Visit historic Trail Breaker Kennel and meet our amazing canine athletes during your summer vacation in Alaska!
Visit historic Trail Breaker Kennel during your winter getaway for once in a lifetime dog sled rides, adventures, and custom tours!
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