Join our local mushing guides on the majestic Tanana river for a thrilling 4-mile sled ride pulled by a team of energetic Alaskan Huskies. Get to know the sled dogs while you experience the splendors of Alaska’s wilderness. During this 1-hour tour you will get the opportunity to pet and harness the huskies, learn about the history of dog mushing and get an inside look at sled dog training in Alaska today!
Founded by Susan Butcher (4-time Iditarod champion), Trail Breaker Kennel is an iconic piece of Alaskan culture. The kennel is conveniently located a mile from the Fairbanks International Airport and 15 minutes from downtown Fairbanks. Alaskan Dog Sledding is the perfect experience for dog-lovers and outdoor adventurers alike. Book today and learn why we have so many 5-star reviews!
Cost:
$125/person for dog sled ride 4 years or older
$20 Entry fee without the ride. Interested in visiting, learning about dog mushing and seeing sled dogs in action, but don’t want a ride? Join your friend(s) and watch them take off on their ride.
Duration: 1-hour
Start Times: 11am, 12:30pm & 2pm Daily
Capacity: 2 people per ride
Age Restriction: Guests must be at least 4 years old to participate. Children ages 4-6 must be accompanied by an adult participant during the ride.
Transportation: Trail Breaker Kennel does not provide transportation. Please plan your ride to and from your tour. Please arrive 5 minutes before your tour start time.
Notes: Please dress warmly for your tour. Prepare to be outside in unpredictable weather for your dog sled ride. Required gear: warm jacket, hat, scarf, mittens, snow pants (if you have them) and warm footwear. Tours will be canceled if the temperature is -25 degrees or colder. Tours will be canceled for children 10 years and younger at -10.
Itinerary:
– Arrival & gear check
-Education on the history of Trail Breaker Kennel, dog mushing and the Alaskan husky
-Meet the huskies, pet and harness the sled dogs, learn about the equipment and training required for modern dog mushing
– The dog sled ride! Our beautiful 4-mile tour trail winds through the wooded Fairbanks lowlands and spills out onto the confluence of the Chena and Tanana Rivers. Looping around the sprawling snow covered sandbars on the frozen river there will be multiple photo opportunities in the beautiful pastel light of Fairbanks winter. Back up the Chena river toward Trail Breaker Kennel you will get a look at the local architecture and a feel for the power and purpose of Alaskan huskies. (Note: If you booked a companion tour to tag along with your friends for the tour, but not join in for the dog sled ride, you will stay at our Winter Tour Office during this time)
– After the ride you will have an opportunity to thank your team and get any last photos with dogs.
Need more information about our winter tours and policies? Please view our Frequently Asked Questions.